Interviews with patients who experienced near death experiences

Is this trial a fit for you?

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 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.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

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 it's running

• 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

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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.