New way to diagnose blood clots in the lungs using saline
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Heart & circulation, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests a new method using a saline solution and a special imaging belt to quickly diagnose pulmonary embolism (a blood clot in the lungs) in people with acute breathing problems. If successful, it could provide a faster, safer alternative to standard CT scans.
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Who can take part
- You have sudden trouble breathing and a suspected or confirmed blood clot in your lungs.
- You either already had a CT scan in the past 24 hours or will have one within the next 24 hours.
- You are over 18 years old.
- You have a central line (a special IV in your neck or collarbone area) or a regular IV in your arm.
- You are willing to participate and sign a consent form (or have a guardian sign for you).
- You can hold your breath for at least 8 seconds.
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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