Using Transesophageal Echocardiography for Cardiac Arrest Patients

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 evaluates the use of Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) in patients experiencing out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA). It aims to determine the effectiveness of TEE in providing clear diagnostic images that can assist in identifying reversible causes of cardiac arrest, such as pericardial tamponade and pneumothorax. The study leverages the training of emergency medical technicians in Taiwan, who are equipped to perform ultrasound examinations in the pre-hospital setting. By comparing TEE with other imaging techniques, the study seeks to improve patient outcomes in emergency situations.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Age ≥ 18 years
2. Patients with out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA)
3. Non-traumatic cause of cardiac arrest

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Presence of obvious signs of death, such as decapitation, rigor mortis, livor mortis, or decomposition.
2. Family explicitly expresses a Do Not Attempt Resuscitation (DNR) order, or the patient has a documented refusal of resuscitation.
3. Any condition that contraindicates the use of transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), such as esophageal tumors, preventing probe insertion.
4. Patients eligible for ECPR (Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) treatment.
5. Spontaneous circulation has already been stabilized before performing TEE.

Where it's running

• Far Eastern Memorinal Hospital and New Taipei City fire department
  New Taipei City, Taiwan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Jen-Tang Sun
• Email: femhresearch@gmail.com
• Phone: +886 2 77281843

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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.