Ultrasound at the bedside for snake bites
Part of Ear, nose & throat, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study uses an ultrasound (a painless imaging tool that uses sound waves) at the bedside to check how snake bites affect the body. It may help doctors understand the injury better and guide treatment.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years old or older.
- You must have been bitten by a snake.
- You must be able to give your permission to take part.
- You must be medically stable — not in shock, not having trouble breathing, not confused, and not in cardiac arrest.
- You cannot be pregnant, a prisoner, a child, or someone who cannot consent due to cognitive issues.
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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