Understanding blood clot in the lungs: scores, tests, and CT findings
Part of Heart & circulation, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study looks at how well certain scores, blood tests, and CT scan findings predict the severity of a pulmonary embolism (blood clot in the lungs). By joining, you may help doctors better understand and treat this condition.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have been diagnosed with a new (acute) blood clot in your lungs, confirmed by a special CT scan called CTPA.
- You do not have a long-term (chronic) blood clot.
- You do not have severe kidney problems that would make it unsafe to have contrast dye.
- You have no known allergy to the contrast dye used in CT scans.
- You are willing to take part in 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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