Research on out-of-hospital cardiac arrest in Korea
Korean Cardiac Arrest Research Consortium
This study looks at how often out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen in Korea and what happens to patients after these events to help improve care and outcomes.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 30000 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Korean Cardiac Arrest Research Consortium Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Seoul) |
| Trial ID | NCT03222999 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The Korean Cardiac Arrest Research Consortium (KoCARC) aims to evaluate the epidemiology and outcomes of patients experiencing out-of-hospital cardiac arrest with presumed cardiac causes in Korea. This observational study involves a collaborative network of hospitals that voluntarily participate to enhance research in cardiac arrest resuscitation. The consortium includes various research committees focusing on different aspects of cardiac arrest, including epidemiology, community resuscitation, and hospital care. Data is collected through a registry system to support comprehensive analysis and improve patient outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients who have suffered out-of-hospital cardiac arrest with presumed cardiac etiology and have been transported to an emergency department by emergency medical services.
Not a fit: Patients with terminal illnesses, those under hospice care, pregnant individuals, or those with documented 'Do Not Resuscitate' orders will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and management of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, potentially enhancing survival rates and outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies in similar domains have shown success in improving resuscitation practices and outcomes, indicating that this collaborative approach may yield valuable insights.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * OHCA patients who were transported to participating emergency department (ED) by emergency medical service with resuscitation efforts and whose arrest was identified as a presumed cardiac etiology by emergency physicians in ED. Exclusion Criteria: * OHCA with terminal illness documented by medical record, under hospice care, with pregnancy, with pre-documented 'Do Not Resuscitate' card * OHCA of definite non-cardiac etiology, including trauma, drowning, poisoning, burn, asphyxia, or hanging
Where this trial is running
Seoul
- Korean Cardiac Arrest Resuscitation Consortium — Seoul, South Korea (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: KoCARC Coordination Center
- Email: kocarc_cc@naver.com
- Phone: 82-2-2072-4052
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.