Can a smart CPR device and better relay timing save more lives?

NCT ID NCT03817892

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at two ways to improve CPR during cardiac arrest: changing how often rescuers switch (every 2 vs. 4 minutes) and using a device called CPRmeter that gives real-time feedback on chest compressions. Researchers measured the quality of compressions in 51 patients. The goal is to find the best approach to keep blood flowing and improve survival chances.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: CPRmeter feedback device
What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to better CPR guidelines that improve survival from cardiac arrest.
What could go wrong: This is a completed study with only 51 participants, so results may not apply to all real-world settings. The device's benefit seen in manikins may not translate to actual patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cardiac arrest

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CARDIAC ARREST CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Hospital Eure-Seine Evreux

Évreux, 27015, France
Hospital of Cherbourg - Louis Pasteur

Cherbourg, 50100, France
Hospital of Elbeuf Louviers Val de Reuil

Elbeuf, 76503, France
Hospital of Le Havre -

Le Havre, 76290, France
Hospital of Lisieux - Robert Bisson

Lisieux, 14100, France
Hospital of Valenciennes

Valenciennes, 59300, France
University Hospital of Amiens

Amiens, 80080, France
University Hospital of Caen

Caen, Normandy, 14033, France
University Hospital of Lille

Lille, 59000, France
University Hospital of Lyon

Lyon, 69003, France
University Hospital of Rouen

Rouen, 76000, France

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