Using ultrasound through the esophagus to check aortic injuries
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at how well a specific heart ultrasound test (done through the esophagus) can diagnose a possible tear or injury of the aorta after blunt trauma. It includes emergency patients who are also getting a CT scan, so doctors can compare results to find the safest and most accurate diagnosis.
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Who can take part
- You’re in the emergency department after blunt trauma
- A doctor suspects an aortic injury (aortic tear) is possible
- You will need both tests: TEE (ultrasound through the esophagus) and CTA (CT scan)
- You must be 18 years or older
- You cannot have conditions that make TEE unsafe, like a suspected esophagus injury
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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