Ultrasound computer tool for sudden breathing trouble in the ER
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests how well a computer-guided ultrasound method can quickly identify the cause of sudden breathing difficulty in the emergency room. It may help doctors make faster, more accurate decisions for treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are age 50 or older
- You are in the emergency department for sudden breathing trouble that is not from an injury
- You are covered by your country’s social security system
- You are not in cardiac arrest
- You are not in ongoing dangerously low blood pressure or “shock”
- You can be safely assessed and are not too confused or unconscious
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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