Registry of extracorporeal life support cases in China
China Extracorporeal Life Support Registry
This study collects information on patients using extracorporeal life support (ECLS) in China to see how well it helps with heart and lung problems over time.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 20000 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Beijing Anzhen Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Beijing, Beijing Municipality) |
| Trial ID | NCT04158479 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational registry collects data on patients receiving extracorporeal life support (ECLS), also known as extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), for cardiac and respiratory support. The study aims to evaluate both short-term and long-term outcomes of ECLS in various medical centers across China. It is conducted by the Chinese Society of Extracorporeal Life Support and involves multiple hospitals contributing data to understand the effectiveness and growth of ECLS in the region.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients who are receiving ECMO for circulatory and/or respiratory support.
Not a fit: Patients who refuse consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this registry could provide valuable insights into the outcomes of ECLS, potentially improving treatment protocols and patient care.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with similar registries, indicating that this approach can yield meaningful data on patient outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients receiving ECMO for circulatory and/or respiratory support Exclusion Criteria: * Refusal of consent
Where this trial is running
Beijing, Beijing Municipality
- Center for Cardiac Intensive Care, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University — Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Xiaotong Hou, MD., PhD.
- Email: xt.hou@ccmu.edu.cn
- Phone: 8610 64456631
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.