Ultrasound vs. pressure reading for shock treatment
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial compares using ultrasound of the large belly vein (IVC) versus a standard pressure measurement to see if you need more fluids when in shock. It aims to find a quicker, safer way to guide treatment in the emergency room.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have signs of shock, such as low blood pressure, confusion, cool skin, or low urine output.
- Your shock is caused by blood loss, infection, or dehydration (not a heart attack or lung clot).
- You are not pregnant, and you do not have severe heart failure or lung disease that affects your blood vessels.
- You do not have a condition that makes it hard to see the large vein in your belly with ultrasound.
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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