Lung ultrasound for people with shortness of breath
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial uses a portable ultrasound at the bedside (called point-of-care lung ultrasound) to quickly examine the lungs of people who are having trouble breathing. The goal is to see how well this test works for finding lung problems in the hospital or clinic.
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Who can take part
- You are 22 years or older
- You have shortness of breath (whether or not you have a known lung condition)
- You are not in a life-threatening emergency that would prevent an ultrasound
- You are able to give your consent
- You are not a prisoner
- You speak English fluently
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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