New ultrasound test for quickly identifying hyperfibrinolysis

A Novel Viscoelastic Test Based on Ultrasonic Guided Wave for Identifying Hyperfibrinolysis Rapidly

Observational Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University · NCT06374953

This study is testing a new ultrasound method to quickly find out if patients have hyperfibrinolysis during surgery by using small blood samples.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment140 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorSecond Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Hangzhou, Zhejiang)
Trial IDNCT06374953 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational pilot study evaluates a novel ultrasound-based viscoelastic hemostasis analysis method for detecting hyperfibrinolysis in patients undergoing surgery. By comparing this new approach to existing fibrinolysis monitoring technologies, the study aims to assess its analytical performance using small blood samples collected during routine procedures. The method utilizes ultrasound guided waves to analyze the dynamic changes in blood properties during coagulation and clot lysis, making it suitable for use in operating theatres and emergency rooms.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults scheduled for general surgery who require routine thromboelastography (TEG) measurement.

Not a fit: Patients with significant coagulation and fibrinolysis abnormalities or those on medications affecting coagulation may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this test could provide rapid and accurate identification of hyperfibrinolysis, improving patient outcomes in surgical settings.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is novel, similar studies have shown promise in improving coagulation monitoring techniques.

Eligibility criteria

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
PART 1

Inclusion Criteria:

Subject is scheduled for surgery with general surgery Subject is 18 years or order Subject requires routine TEG measurement

Exclusion Criteria:

Subject with coagulation and fibrinolysis exceeding normal values based on laboratory tests (including prothrombin time, international normalized ratio, activated partial thromboplastin time, plasma fibrinogen concentration, D-dimer, platelet count, hemoglobin concentration, and hematocrit) Subject with any abnormal parameters detected by TEG Subject with a history of bleeding and thrombosis Subject who has taken any medications that may affect coagulation, platelet aggregation, or fibrinolysis within the past 10 days (including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and aspirin) Residual blood volume \<1ml

PART 2

Inclusion Criteria:

Subject is scheduled for surgery with general surgery Subject is 18 years or order Subject Subjects with detected hyperfibrinolysis (LY30\>8%) or non-hyperfibrinolysis(LY30≤8%) based on TEG.

Exclusion Criteria:

Residual blood volume \<1ml

Where this trial is running

Hangzhou, Zhejiang

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Hyperfibrinolysisfibrinolysisblood coagulation tests
Last reviewed 2026-06-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.