Monitoring core temperature in patients with out-of-hospital cardiac arrest
Core Temperature in Patients With Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest in South Tyrol - a Prospective Observational Study
This study is testing how well an esophageal probe can track the body temperature of patients who have had a cardiac arrest while they are being transported to the hospital.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 256 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Azienda Sanitaria dell'Alto Adige Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Bruneck) |
| Trial ID | NCT04976712 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to monitor the core temperature of patients experiencing out-of-hospital cardiac arrest using an esophageal probe during transport to the hospital. The probe will be inserted on-site while resuscitation efforts are ongoing, following the European Resuscitation Council guidelines. The study will also document environmental factors such as ambient temperature and hypothermia prevention measures. The goal is to evaluate the difference in body temperature from the scene to hospital arrival.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years old who have experienced an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest and are being transported to a hospital.
Not a fit: Patients who have obvious signs of death or lethal injuries incompatible with life will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the management of body temperature in patients with out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, potentially enhancing survival rates and outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies on temperature management in cardiac arrest have been conducted, this specific approach using real-time monitoring with an esophageal probe during transport is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Out of hospital cardiac arrest * Patients transferred to hospital * \> 18 years Exclusion Criteria: * Obvious signs of death * Obvious lethal injury/injuries incompatible with life * Confirmation of death on scene * \< 18 years
Where this trial is running
Bruneck
- Bruneck Regional Hospital — Bruneck, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Rosmarie Oberhammer, MD
- Email: rosmarie.oberhammer@sabes.it
- Phone: 00399474581660
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.