Using lung ultrasound to diagnose ARDS in patients on mechanical ventilation

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 study aims to evaluate the accuracy of lung ultrasound scoring for the early diagnosis of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) in patients expected to be mechanically ventilated for more than 24 hours, comparing it with computed tomography (CT) scans. ARDS is a severe lung condition characterized by poor oxygenation and pulmonary infiltrates, often leading to high mortality rates. The study will include patients who meet the Berlin definition of ARDS and will assess the effectiveness of lung ultrasound as a diagnostic tool in this critical setting.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients aged more than 21 years old of both sexes .
* Patients who are expected to be mechanically ventilated more than 24 h .
* Patients who are suspected to be Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome according to Berlin definition which consists of clinical criteria and with precipitating factors which starts within 1 week of known insult as in trauma patients with lung contusions.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient's first guardian who refuse the inclusion in the study .
* History of pre-existing lung disease ( tumors, interstitial lung diseases)
* In cases of volume overload.
* Patients with acute kidney injuiry or renal failure

Where it's running

• Tanta university
  Tanta, Egypt Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Roaa Elshamy, MSc — Tanta University
• Study coordinator: Roaa Elshamy, MSc
• Email: r1shamy@yahoo.com
• Phone: 01275530586

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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.