The Feasibility of a Radiological Score Based on CT Signs for Recognizing Salvageable Bowel in Acute Mesenteric Ischemia

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF TARTU · May 31, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how well a special scoring system based on CT scan signs can help doctors identify which parts of the bowel are still healthy and can be saved in patients with acute mesenteric ischemia (AMI). AMI is a serious condition where blood flow to the intestines is blocked, and quickly determining whether the affected bowel can be treated with therapy is crucial. The goal is to improve the accuracy of CT scans by combining various symptoms to create a reliable score that indicates whether the bowel can be saved, potentially avoiding surgery to remove damaged sections.

To participate in this trial, individuals need to be part of the larger AMESI study and must have suspected or confirmed cases of AMI. They should also have had a full CT scan of the abdomen using a special dye called contrast media. Unfortunately, scans that didn’t use this dye or only covered part of the abdomen won’t qualify. Participants can expect to undergo the standard CT imaging, and their results will help develop better tools for diagnosing and treating this serious condition in the future.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Participant in AMESI study
• • confirmed or suspected acute mesenteric ischaemia
• • CT scan of the entire abdominal cavity / full body using intravenous contrast media is available
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Scans without the use of an intravenous contrast media or those covering only a partial area of the abdomen will be excluded.

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