Understanding ventilation quality during in-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 investigate how different ventilation parameters during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) affect short-term survival outcomes in adults experiencing in-hospital cardiac arrest. Researchers will measure ventilation volumes and rates during CPR to determine which combinations are most effective in achieving return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC). By analyzing this data, the study seeks to provide insights that could improve CPR practices and patient outcomes in critical situations.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. In-hospital cardiac arrest
2. Age ≥ 18 years
3. \>1minute of recorded ventilation data

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Documented do-not-attempt cardiopulmonary resuscitation order
2. Invasive mechanical circulatory support at the time of the cardiac arrest

Where it's running

• Hospital of Southern Jutland - Aabenraa
  Aabenraa, Denmark Recruiting
• Aalborg University Hospital
  Aalborg, Denmark Recruiting
• Aarhus University Hospital
  Aarhus, Denmark Recruiting
• Hospital of Southwest Jutland - Esbjerg
  Esbjerg, Denmark Recruiting
• Gødstrup Hospital
  Gødstrup, Denmark Recruiting
• North Denmark Region Hospital - Hjørring
  Hjørring, Denmark Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Johannes Wittig, MD — Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Denmark; Department of Medicine, Randers Regional Hospital, Randers, Denmark; Research Center for Emergency Medicine, Aarhus University Hospital, Denmark
• Study coordinator: Johannes Wittig, MD
• Email: johannes.wittig@clin.au.dk
• Phone: +45 78 42 00 00

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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.