Algorithm could turn any stethoscope into a heart ultrasound
NCT ID NCT05490303
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a guidance algorithm that tracks the position of an ultrasound probe in real time to help non-specialists capture standard heart images. Researchers will compare the probe positions suggested by the algorithm with those chosen by experts. The goal is to make echocardiography easier for non-cardiologists, potentially expanding its use in emergency and primary care.
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 successful, this algorithm could help non-cardiologists perform basic heart ultrasounds, potentially expanding access to quick cardiac assessments.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage observational study with 90 participants. The algorithm may not work well in real-world settings or for all patients.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU de Bordeaux
Bordeaux, France
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