Evaluating Emergency Admissions for Abdominal Pain in Adults
Acute Abdomen in Adults- a Prospective Study on Causes of Abdominal Pain Leading to Emergency Department Admission in Tampere University Hospital
This study is looking to see what causes adults with sudden stomach pain to go to the emergency room and how their health changes during and after their hospital stay.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Tampere University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Tampere) |
| Trial ID | NCT03074084 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the conditions leading to emergency department admissions for adults experiencing acute abdominal pain. A total of 1000 patients will be recruited at Tampere University Hospital, where they will complete a questionnaire regarding their symptoms and provide urine samples for analysis using an electronic nose. Additionally, serum samples will be collected for coeliac disease testing. Patient outcomes will be monitored during their hospital stay and followed up at one month and one year post-discharge.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older presenting with acute abdominal pain.
Not a fit: Patients under the age of 18 will not benefit from this study as they are excluded from participation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the diagnosis and management of patients with abdominal pain, potentially reducing unnecessary readmissions.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies have explored abdominal pain in emergency settings, this specific approach using electronic nose technology for diagnosis is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: All adult patients with abdominal pain. Exclusion Criteria: Under the age of 18 years
Where this trial is running
Tampere
- Tampere University Hospital — Tampere, Finland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Satu-Liisa K Pauniaho, MD, PhD — Tampere University Hospital, Finland
- Study coordinator: Mika T Ukkonen, MD, PhD, MEcon
- Email: mika.ukkonen@fimnet.fi
- Phone: +358443454523
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.