Evaluating a standardized alarming system for stroke treatment times
Impact of a Standardized Alarming System on Treatment Times and Workflow in Stroke Patients With Interhospital Transfer for Thrombectomy
This study is testing if a new alarm system can help speed up treatment times for stroke patients being transferred between hospitals for a specific procedure.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 280 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Munich Municipal Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Munich, Bavaria) |
| Trial ID | NCT05963685 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates how a standardized alarming system affects treatment times and workflow for stroke patients undergoing interhospital transfer for mechanical thrombectomy. It aims to determine if this system leads to shorter transfer and treatment times and improves adherence to standard operating procedures. Data will be analyzed from an existing thrombectomy registry, comparing periods before and after the implementation of the alarming system.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older diagnosed with acute ischemic stroke who require mechanical thrombectomy.
Not a fit: Patients with unclear indications for mechanical thrombectomy may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this could lead to faster treatment for stroke patients, potentially improving outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is innovative, similar studies have shown that standardized protocols can improve treatment efficiency in acute care settings.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * age \>= 18 years * diagnosis of acute ischemic stroke * indication for mechanical thrombectomy * admission to one of 7 participating primary stroke centers within in the catchment area of the referral center Exclusion Criteria: * unclear indication for mechanical thrombectomy (patients admitted for perfusion imaging before decision for or against a MT)
Where this trial is running
Munich, Bavaria
- Munich Municipal Hospital — Munich, Bavaria, Germany (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Hanni Wiestler, MD
- Email: hanni.wiestler@muenchen-klinik.de
- Phone: +49 89 6210 5895
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.