Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Evaluating how quickly EMS recognizes cardiac arrest calls

Official title: Evaluation of the Optimal Time of Recognition of a Cardiac Arrest Within the EMS 95

Run by Hôpital NOVO · NCT05523999 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how quickly emergency services recognize cardiac arrest calls to see if improving this timing can help save lives.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment50 (estimated)
SponsorHôpital NOVO
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Pontoise)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 3, 2024
Main results expectedApril 2025
Study endsApril 2025
Registry record updatedDecember 31, 2024
Trial IDNCT05523999 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are individuals who experience a cardiac arrest and have their cases reported to the EMS.

Probably not a fit

Patients who have traumatic cardiac arrests or those whose cardiac arrest has already been identified prior to the EMS call may not benefit from this study.

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 assess the average time taken by Medical Regulation Assistants (MRA) to identify a cardiac arrest during emergency calls to the EMS. It focuses on the critical delay between when a call is received and when the cardiac arrest is recognized, as this timing can significantly impact patient survival rates. The study will analyze various factors that may influence this recognition delay, particularly in the context of the EMS 95 in France, where cardiac arrest incidents are prevalent. By understanding these delays, the study seeks to identify potential areas for improvement in emergency response protocols.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved response times in recognizing cardiac arrests, potentially increasing survival rates.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have indicated that reducing recognition time in cardiac arrest cases can significantly improve outcomes, suggesting that this approach has been validated in similar contexts.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria :

\- Any call resulting in the detection of a cardiac arrest during ARM regulation: calls to 15 and calls transmitted by 18

Exclusion Criteria :

* Traumatic context
* Call involving cardiac arrest already identified as such by the caller or 18
* Call with criteria of proven death
* The caller does not speak French, the linguistic elements noted are not usable.

Where it's running

  • EMS department - Hospital René Dubos - Pontoise
    Pontoise, France
    Recruiting

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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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.