Monitoring core temperature in patients with out-of-hospital cardiac arrest

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 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.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

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 it's running

• Bruneck Regional Hospital
  Bruneck, Italy Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Rosmarie Oberhammer, MD
• Email: rosmarie.oberhammer@sabes.it
• Phone: 00399474581660

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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.