Using the RUSH Protocol for Patient Evaluation in the ICU
Routine Use of RUSH Protocol in the Intensive Care Unit- Does it Influence Patient Management? Prospective Observational Study
This study tests whether using the RUSH protocol, which involves quick ultrasound checks, can help doctors better understand and treat patients in the ICU who are getting worse for unknown reasons.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 99 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Meir Medical Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kfar Saba) |
| Trial ID | NCT06361225 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the routine use of the RUSH protocol in the intensive care unit (ICU) for evaluating patients who are deteriorating for unknown reasons. The RUSH protocol involves rapid ultrasound assessments to evaluate heart function, detect pleural effusions, assess for intra-abdominal bleeding, and diagnose conditions like venous thrombosis. By implementing this protocol as a standard part of daily evaluations, the study aims to determine its effectiveness in improving patient outcomes in the ICU setting.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients admitted to the ICU for any reason who are evaluated daily using the RUSH protocol.
Not a fit: Patients who are not evaluated using the RUSH protocol or have missing data will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to quicker diagnoses and improved management of critically ill patients in the ICU.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with the RUSH protocol in emergency settings, suggesting potential benefits in the ICU as well.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients who were admitted to the intensive care unit for any reason and were evaluated daily using the RUSH protocol. Exclusion Criteria:Patients who were not evaluated using the RUSH protocol or for whom data were missing. \-
Where this trial is running
Kfar Saba
- Meir Medical Center — Kfar Saba, Israel (Recruiting)
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.