Cooling vs normal temperature after in-hospital cardiac arrest
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests if gently cooling the body to 33°C after a cardiac arrest in the hospital improves recovery compared to keeping a normal temperature. It aims to protect the brain and help patients wake up better.
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Who can take part
- You had a cardiac arrest while inside the hospital (not at home or in public)
- Your heart started beating on its own again and stayed beating for at least 20 minutes without needing chest compressions
- You received at least one dose of epinephrine (adrenaline) during the resuscitation
- After your heart restarted, you were unconscious and could not follow simple commands like 'open your eyes'
- You are 18 years old or older and your family or legal representative has been informed about the study
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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