AI-Powered stethoscope could spot hidden heart problems in the ER

NCT ID NCT06155643

Recruiting now Diagnosis Sponsor: Corewell Health South Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This trial is testing a digital stethoscope that uses artificial intelligence to detect clinically significant heart murmurs in emergency department patients. Researchers will enroll 300 adults with symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath. The device records heart sounds and uses AI to flag abnormalities, potentially helping doctors identify valve disease earlier.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: EKO SENSORA digital stethoscope with AI analysis
What this could lead to: If successful, this device could help emergency doctors spot serious heart valve problems more quickly, leading to faster treatment.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study (300 people) in one ER. The AI may not work as well in real-world emergency settings, and false alarms could cause unnecessary worry or tests.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Heart Murmurs heart valve disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEART MURMURS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Corewell Health Lakeland
RECRUITING

Saint Joseph, Michigan, 49085, United States

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