Free Fluid Detection with Telementored EFAST

Launched by OSLO UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL · Sep 10, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a new way to detect fluid build-up in the abdomen of patients who have recently had liver surgery. The researchers want to see how well a remote ultrasound technique, called telementored eFAST, can find this fluid compared to the traditional ultrasound done by a radiologist. Participants will receive an ultrasound exam while being guided in real-time by an expert from a distance, allowing them to assess how effective and accurate this method is.

To be eligible for the trial, patients must have had laparoscopic liver surgery at the Oslo University Hospital within the last 72 hours. Unfortunately, those with certain infections or significant pain that could worsen from the ultrasound pressure won't be able to participate. If you join the study, you can expect a supportive environment where your health care team will be closely monitoring how well this new ultrasound approach works. This research aims to improve how doctors can check for complications after surgery.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Patients who have undergone laparoscopic liver surgery at the Oslo university hospital and are within 72 post-surgery
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Allergy to ultrasound gel. Patients colonized with ESBL, MRSA and VRE will be excluded due to infection control. Significant postoperative pain that can exacerbated by probe pressure.