Live streaming ultrasound for patients with acute breathing difficulties
Live Stream of Prehospital Emergency Ultrasound in Patients with Acute Dyspnoea
This study tests whether using live streaming ultrasound with remote expert help can improve the diagnosis and treatment of patients having trouble breathing compared to standard ultrasound methods.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 350 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Medical University of Vienna Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Vienna) |
| Trial ID | NCT04817488 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study evaluates the impact of prehospital emergency ultrasound (PEU) with tele-supervision on diagnosing and treating patients experiencing acute dyspnoea. It compares two groups: one receiving ultrasound guidance remotely and the other receiving standard ultrasound without tele-supervision. The study aims to include 350 patients and assess differences in diagnosis, treatment strategies, and cognitive load between the two approaches.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults experiencing acute dyspnoea with signs of respiratory failure.
Not a fit: Patients under 18 or those for whom ultrasound may delay critical treatment will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the accuracy and efficiency of emergency care for patients with acute dyspnoea.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of tele-supervision in emergency settings is gaining traction, the specific application of this approach in prehospital ultrasound for acute dyspnoea is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Patients will be included, if they suffer from acute dyspnoea and at least one of the two following signs of respiratory failure: * Respiratory rate \>20 breaths per minute * Peripheral oxygen saturation without oxygen supplementation \<90% Exclusion Criteria: * under the age of 18 * if PEU will lead to a delay of live-saving treatment or transportation * if patient rejects the PEU, the patient will be excluded
Where this trial is running
Vienna
- Medical University of Vienna, Department of Anaesthesia & General Intensive Care — Vienna, Austria (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Christina Hafner, MD, PhD
- Email: christina.hafner@meduniwien.ac.at
- Phone: + 43 1 40400 41000
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.