Ultrasound vs X-ray for chest injuries in trauma patients
Part of Injuries & trauma, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial compares chest ultrasound to chest X-ray for detecting injuries from blunt chest trauma, using CT scans as the gold standard. It aims to see if ultrasound can be a faster and safer option for diagnosis.
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Who can take part
- Any age
- Any gender
- Has a blunt chest injury (like from a fall or car accident) without other major injuries
- Stable enough to have imaging tests (ultrasound, X-ray, CT)
- Can give consent or have a family member give consent
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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