Evaluating outcomes of patients with acute dyspnea in emergency care
PAthwAy of Dyspneic patIent in Emergency
This study looks at how well emergency care helps people with sudden breathing problems, especially those with heart failure, by reviewing the medical records of about 4,000 patients treated over the past five years.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 24000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Central Hospital, Nancy, France Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Nancy) |
| Trial ID | NCT02800122 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study analyzes data from medical records of patients treated for acute dyspnea at the CHRU of Nancy over the past five years. The focus is on understanding the outcomes of these patients, particularly those with acute heart failure, as managed by the emergency medical team. Approximately 4,000 patients will be included in the analysis, providing insights into the effectiveness of emergency interventions for this condition.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who have experienced acute dyspnea and received care at the CHRU of Nancy.
Not a fit: Patients who experienced cardiorespiratory arrest prior to receiving care from the emergency medical team will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the management and treatment protocols for patients experiencing acute dyspnea in emergency settings.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies focusing on acute dyspnea management in emergency settings have shown promising results, indicating that this approach is supported by existing evidence.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Man or women ≥ 18 years * Patients with acute dyspnea cared by a medical team of the emergencies of CHRU of Nancy. Exclusion Criteria: * Cardiorespiratory arrest before the care by a medical team of the emergencies of the CHRU of Nancy.
Where this trial is running
Nancy
- CHRU Nancy - Service des Urgences — Nancy, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Tahar CHOUIHED, MD, PhD — Central Hospital, Nancy, France
- Study coordinator: Tahar CHOUIHED, MD, PhD
- Email: t.chouihed@chru-nancy.fr
- Phone: + 33 3 83 15 73 88
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.