Pulse check using ultrasound during cardiac arrest
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests whether using an ultrasound on the groin area can quickly check for a pulse in people who have had a cardiac arrest outside the hospital. It may help emergency responders make faster decisions during resuscitation.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 18 years old
- You had a cardiac arrest outside the hospital and were treated by emergency medical services
- You are not pregnant or suspected to be pregnant
- Your treating EMS team agrees to the procedure
- There must be safe access to your groin area without injuries or other medical needs there
- You are not being transferred to the hospital for special procedures like ECMO before the ultrasound is done
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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