Comparing two scoring systems for predicting outcomes in chest trauma patients

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Thorax Trauma Severity Score (TTSS) compared to the Trauma and Injury Severity Score (TRISS) in predicting clinical outcomes for patients with chest trauma. Participants will have their chest injury severity assessed using both scoring systems upon emergency room admission, and their outcomes, such as mortality and ICU admissions, will be monitored throughout their hospital stay. The study seeks to determine if one scoring system is more accurate than the other and if specific patient subgroups benefit more from one assessment over the other.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with chest injuries that require clinical assessment using the Thorax Trauma Severity Score (TTSS) and the Trauma Injury Severity Score (TISS) within 6 hours of admission.
* Patients (or their legal guardians) must provide informed consent for participation in the study. This ensures ethical standards are maintained.
* Patients presenting with thoracic injuries, including rib fractures, pulmonary contusions, pneumothorax, hemothorax, and other chest-related injuries. This will include both isolated chest trauma and trauma with multiple injuries

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients younger than 16 years.
* Patients with chest injuries caused by conditions unrelated to trauma, such as spontaneous pneumothorax, infections, or other medical conditions (e.g., non-traumatic rib fractures or cancer).
* Patients with severe co-morbidities (e.g., terminal illnesses, advanced stages of cancer, or end-stage organ failure) that would significantly affect outcomes unrelated to the chest trauma.
* Patients with pre-existing severe neurological conditions or other comorbidities that would interfere with trauma assessment and clinical management (e.g., severe brain injury, vegetative state).
* Patients or their legal representatives who refuse consent for participation in the study.
* Pregnant women due to potential risks associated with trauma and interventions during pregnancy.

Where it's running

• College of Medicine - Al-Nahrain University
  Baghdad, Iraq Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Abdulillah R. Khamees
• Email: allaabed987@ced.nahrainuniv.edu.iq
• Phone: +9647838571013

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.