Ultrasound for detecting broken arm or leg bones
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests whether a portable ultrasound device can accurately detect fractures in the long bones of the arms and legs, compared to standard X-rays. If ultrasound works well, it could provide a faster and more accessible way to diagnose fractures, especially in emergency settings.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have pain, swelling, deformity, or trouble using an arm or leg that suggests a possible broken bone.
- You do not have an open fracture (bone sticking through the skin).
- You are not in a life-threatening emergency condition that requires immediate resuscitation.
- You have not had a previous fracture in the same bone area.
- You do not require immediate surgery for your injury.
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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