New heart ultrasound tool tested in ICU: could it save time?
NCT ID NCT04360304
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a new automatic way to measure heart function using ultrasound in 70 ICU patients with acute circulatory failure (shock). The automatic method was compared to the standard manual approach to see if they agree. If the automatic method works well, it could help doctors make faster decisions in emergencies.
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 automated method proves reliable, it could make heart monitoring faster and easier for doctors in intensive care.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study focused on measurement agreement, not on patient outcomes. The automated tool may not work well in all patients or settings.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU de Nîmes
Nîmes, Gard, 30029, France
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