Using transesophageal echocardiography to diagnose blunt traumatic aortic injury

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 multicenter observational trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) performed by emergency physicians in diagnosing blunt traumatic aortic injury (BTAI) in patients with chest trauma. All patients suspected of having BTAI will undergo TEE as part of their emergency care, with findings compared to computed tomography angiography (CTA), which serves as the reference standard. The study also assesses the hemodynamic status and cardiac function of patients through TEE, providing a comprehensive evaluation of their condition. Informed consent will be obtained from patients or their next of kin prior to the procedure.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

All trauma patients with suspected BTAI in the emergency department (ED) who undergo both TEE and CTA.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Children (age under 18 years) will not be eligible for inclusion in this study.
2. Patients with contraindication to TEE such as suspected esophageal injury or pathology

Where it's running

• Hospital Sultanah Bahiyah
  Alor Star, Kedah, Malaysia Recruiting
• Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun
  Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia Recruiting
• Hospital Kuala Lumpur
  Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Recruiting
• University of Malaya
  Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Recruiting
• Hospital Melaka
  Malacca, Malaysia Recruiting
• Hospital Queen Elizabeth
  Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia Terminated

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Adi Osman, MD — Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun
• Study coordinator: Adi Osman, MD
• Email: osman.adi@gmail.com
• Phone: +6052087006

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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.