Ultrasound screening for chest aortic aneurysm in ER
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests an ultrasound screening at the ER to look for a bulge in the chest's main artery (aortic aneurysm) in people with high blood pressure. Early detection could help prevent a life-threatening rupture.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have high blood pressure (hypertension), either known or newly found in the ER.
- You have never had an aortic aneurysm or aortic dissection.
- You have never had surgery or a stent in your chest aorta.
- You are not currently in cardiac arrest or being revived (CPR).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study collects medical information and blood-test timing data to learn how to diagnose aortic dissection sooner and predict outcomes. It may help doctors better plan care for people with suspected or confirmed aortic dissection.
This study tests whether a simple blood test (D-dimer) combined with a risk score can safely identify patients who do not have a life-threatening tear in the aorta (the main artery from the heart). If it works, it could help doctors avoid unnecessary imaging scans and get patients diagnosed faster.
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.
This study tests whether a simple ultrasound scan can see the descending aorta (the large artery that runs down your chest) to check for aneurysms (bulges) or problems after TEVAR (a stent procedure). It may help doctors monitor these conditions without needing more CT scans.
This study checks whether a portable ultrasound scan in a regular doctor’s office can find abdominal aortic aneurysms (a bulge in a major artery in the belly) early. It may help identify people at risk so doctors can plan next steps sooner.
This study is testing a new way to quickly diagnose a tear or blood clot in the aorta (the main artery from the heart) by looking at a special score. If you have sudden chest, back, or belly pain, this trial may help find the cause faster.
Hear when a new Aortic Dissection trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.