Comparing Doppler Ultrasound and Manual Pulse Checks in Cardiac Arrest
Accuracy of Doppler Ultrasound Versus Manual Palpation of Pulse in Cardiac Arrest
This study is testing a new device that uses ultrasound to check blood flow in the neck of cardiac arrest patients to see if it can accurately tell when their heart starts beating again.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 35 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Northwell Health Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Manhasset, New York) |
| Trial ID | NCT05558228 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the accuracy of the FloPatch FP120 device, which uses Doppler ultrasound to assess blood flow in the carotid artery, in cardiac arrest patients. The device will be applied to the neck of patients in the emergency department, and its data will be compared to arterial line blood pressure measurements. The goal is to determine the peak systolic velocity that correlates with a systolic blood pressure of ≥60 mmHg, assessing the device's accuracy, sensitivity, and specificity in detecting return of spontaneous circulation.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who are in cardiac arrest and have an arterial line placed during resuscitation.
Not a fit: Patients with traumatic cardiac arrest or those without bilateral lower extremities may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the accuracy of pulse checks in cardiac arrest patients, potentially leading to better outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of Doppler ultrasound in this context is innovative, similar studies have shown promise in improving noninvasive assessments of blood flow.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18+ years of age * In cardiac arrest at the North Shore University Hospital emergency department * Arterial line placed during cardiac arrest resuscitation Exclusion Criteria: * Traumatic cardiac arrest * Patients without bilateral lower extremities
Where this trial is running
Manhasset, New York
- North Shore University Hospital — Manhasset, New York, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Allison Cohen, MD — North Shore University Hospital
- Study coordinator: Timmy Li, PhD
- Email: tli2@northwell.edu
- Phone: 516-240-3933
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.