Using EEG brain waves to predict recovery after cardiac arrest
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial uses a special EEG device (Brainstatus) to measure brain activity in people who are still unconscious after a cardiac arrest. The goal is to see if certain brain waves can predict a good recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You had a cardiac arrest outside of the hospital and your heartbeat was restored (ROSC).
- You are still unconscious after your heartbeat came back.
- You are receiving full life support without any limits.
- You are being treated at a hospital that is part of the STEPCARE trial and has the Brainstatus device.
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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