Transesophageal Echocardiography To Diagnose Blunt Traumatic Aortic Injury Traumatic Aortic Injury

Launched by HOSPITAL RAJA PERMAISURI BAINUN · Jan 26, 2022

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a specialized ultrasound test called transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) to see how well it can identify a serious chest injury known as blunt traumatic aortic injury (BTAI) in patients who have experienced trauma. The goal is to find out if emergency doctors can effectively use this test to help diagnose patients in the emergency department.

To participate in this study, patients must be adults aged 18 years and older who are suspected of having BTAI and will undergo both TEE and another imaging test called computed tomography angiography (CTA). Unfortunately, children and those with certain health issues, like suspected injuries to the esophagus, cannot take part. If you join the study, you can expect to receive both tests as part of your emergency care. This research is important because it aims to improve the diagnosis of a life-threatening condition, ultimately helping doctors make better treatment decisions for patients with chest trauma.

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Eligibility criteria

• 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