Ultrasound vs. stethoscope: new trial aims to speed heart failure recovery

NCT ID NCT06465498

First seen Apr 10, 2026 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests whether using lung ultrasound to guide fluid removal in adults hospitalized for acute heart failure leads to shorter hospital stays and fewer readmissions. Researchers will compare ultrasound-guided care to standard physical exams in 222 participants. The goal is to improve symptoms and quality of life while reducing time spent in the hospital.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Fribourg University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Fribourg, Switzerland

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  • Geneva University Hospitals

    RECRUITING

    Geneva, Canton of Geneva, 1205, Switzerland

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  • Inselspital, Universitätspital

    RECRUITING

    Bern, Switzerland, Switzerland

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  • Ospedale Civico, Ente Ospedaliero Cantonale

    TERMINATED

    Lugano, Switzerland

  • Trois-Chêne Hospital, Geneva Univesity Hospitals

    RECRUITING

    Geneva, Canton of Geneva, 1204, Switzerland

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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