Flashlight vs. High-Tech device: which is better at spotting brain death?
NCT ID NCT06279975
First seen Jun 17, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares the standard doctor's pupil exam (using a flashlight) to a precise automated device for diagnosing brain death in 50 adults. The goal is to see if the simple test is just as reliable. If it is, hospitals may not need expensive machines for this critical diagnosis.
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Intensive care unit at the University Hospital Basel
RECRUITINGBasel, Canton of Basel-City, 4031, Switzerland
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What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could confirm that a simple flashlight test is enough to diagnose brain death, reducing the need for expensive equipment.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage quality control study with only 50 participants. The results may not apply to all hospitals or patients.
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