Testing a triage tool for chest pain patients before hospital arrival
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests a scoring system (modified HEAR(T) score) to help paramedics decide which chest pain patients need to go to a cardiac emergency department. It aims to improve how quickly patients at risk for a heart attack or unstable angina get the right care.
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Who can take part
- At least 18 years old
- Having chest pain or other symptoms that might be a heart attack
- A modified HEAR(T) score of 4 or higher (calculated by paramedics)
- Able to understand the study and give written permission to participate
- An ambulance ECG must be done before arriving at the hospital
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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