Ultrasound in the ER to predict risks in pulmonary embolism
Part of Heart & circulation, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial checks whether a bedside ultrasound done in the emergency room can help predict which people with an acute pulmonary embolism are more likely to have bad outcomes. If you qualify, your care team will compare ultrasound findings with your later results to see if it can guide treatment decisions sooner.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You need to have an emergency room diagnosis of acute pulmonary embolism.
- Your pulmonary embolism must be confirmed on CT scan imaging.
- You must be able to understand the study and sign informed consent.
- You should not be currently incarcerated.
- Your pulmonary embolism should be new at this ER visit (not already diagnosed before you arrived).
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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