Pocket ultrasound could give quick, reliable heart checks in the ER
NCT ID NCT04641169
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a new automatic tool on a pocket ultrasound device to measure how well the heart pumps blood (left ventricle ejection fraction). Researchers compared its results to those from heart MRI, the gold standard, in 60 adults with shortness of breath, low blood pressure, or chest pain. The goal was to see if the automatic tool gives more consistent readings between different doctors than the usual visual assessment.
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 could make it easier and faster for emergency doctors to accurately assess heart function using a small, portable device.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study focused on comparing measurement methods, not on treating a disease. The automatic tool may not be as accurate as MRI in all patients.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHRU de Nîmes - Hôpital Universitaire Carémeau
Nîmes, 30029, France
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