A new device aims to track the heart's pumping power in the ICU — without invasive tubes
NCT ID NCT07724262
First seen Jul 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether the Argos system, a non-invasive monitor, can reliably measure changes in cardiac output (how much blood the heart pumps) in critically ill patients with shock. Researchers will compare its readings to those from a standard invasive device during fluid infusions or medication adjustments. If accurate, the Argos system could offer a simpler way to guide treatment in the intensive care unit.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If the Argos system proves reliable, it could offer a less invasive way to monitor heart function in intensive care patients.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage observational study, not a treatment trial. The device may not match the accuracy of existing methods, and results may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Bicêtre Hospital
RECRUITINGLe Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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