Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

Using machine learning to quickly detect deep vein thrombosis

Official title: Evaluating a New Diagnostic Strategy for Suspected DVT Consisting of Point of Care D-dimer, AI-based Prediction Model and Compression Ultrasound

Run by Ostfold Hospital Trust · NCT06842446 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if a new machine learning tool can help doctors quickly rule out deep vein thrombosis in patients without needing an ultrasound every time.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment1000 (estimated)
SponsorOstfold Hospital Trust
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Sarpsborg)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 6, 2025
Main results expectedApril 5, 2027
Study endsApril 5, 2029
Registry record updatedNovember 10, 2026
Trial IDNCT06842446 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who are referred to the emergency department with suspected deep vein thrombosis.

Probably not a fit

Patients currently on anticoagulation therapy for more than 72 hours or with a life expectancy of less than three months may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a machine learning algorithm combined with point-of-care D-dimer testing and ultrasound in excluding deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in patients suspected of having the condition. Participants will undergo standard diagnostic procedures, including clinical assessment, D-dimer analysis, and ultrasound, while also receiving additional tests with POC D-dimer and ultrasound performed by emergency department physicians. The study will assess whether the machine learning model can accurately predict DVT exclusion without the need for ultrasound in some cases. The goal is to improve diagnostic efficiency and patient outcomes in DVT management.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to faster and more accurate diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis, reducing unnecessary procedures and improving patient care.

How similar studies have gone: While the use of machine learning in medical diagnostics is a growing field, this specific approach to DVT detection is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients referred to the ED due to suspicion of DVT
* Age ≥ 18 years
* Able to give informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Ongoing use of anticoagulation for more than 72 hours
* Previous participation in the study
* Life expectancy of less than three months.

Where it's running

  • Østfold Hospital Trust
    Sarpsborg, Norway
    Recruiting

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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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.