Lung and heart ultrasound for breathing trouble in older adults
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests whether using lung and heart ultrasound (LuCUS) can help emergency doctors better diagnose and treat shortness of breath in patients over 65. It aims to improve care for older adults with severe breathing problems.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older
- You have severe shortness of breath that started less than 14 days ago
- Your breathing rate is 22 or more breaths per minute, and your oxygen level is below 92% on room air
- You are covered by French social security
- Your emergency doctor agrees to use the LuCUS ultrasound and has been trained in it
- You or a family member can sign a consent form
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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