Interviews with patients who experienced near death experiences
Case Studies of Patients Who Had Experienced Near Death Experience
Seoul National University Hospital · NCT05544799
This study talks to patients who have had near death experiences while in intensive care to see how those experiences affected them emotionally and psychologically.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 19 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Seoul National University Hospital (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Seoul) |
| Trial ID | NCT05544799 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to gather insights from patients who have had near death experiences while receiving intensive care in the hematology ward at Seoul National University Hospital. The study will involve interviewing adult patients who have recovered from critical medical situations such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation, mechanical ventilation, or other life-threatening conditions. By documenting these experiences, the study seeks to understand the psychological and emotional aspects of near death experiences in a clinical context.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 19 and older who have been admitted to the hematology ward and have recovered from critical medical interventions.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable to participate due to insufficient recovery from their medical conditions will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of near death experiences and their implications for patient care and psychological support.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been anecdotal reports and smaller studies on near death experiences, this specific observational approach is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patients (≥19yrs) who are in admission in the Hematology ward of Seoul National University Hospital, and one of the following conditions. 1. recovered after cardiopulomary resuscitation 2. recovered after mechanical ventilator 3. recovered after ICU care 4. recovered after emergent operation 5. recovered after Shock, coma, altered mentality 6. Other medical conditions approaching death Exclusion Criteria: 1. Those who do not agree to participate this study 2. Those who can not be interviewed due to insufficient recovery from critical medical problems
Where this trial is running
Seoul
- Seoul National University Hospital — Seoul, South Korea (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Dong-Yeop Shin, MD, PhD — Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital
- Study coordinator: Dong-Yeop Shin, MD, PhD
- Email: stephano.dyshin@gmail.com
- Phone: +82220727209
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.
Conditions: Near Death Experience