Saline bubbles may offer simpler heart monitoring in the ICU

NCT ID NCT04310904

Terminated Diagnosis Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study explores whether injecting a small amount of agitated saline (salt water mixed with air bubbles) during an ultrasound of the heart can accurately measure how much blood the heart pumps. The method aims to be simpler and less dependent on the operator's skill than current techniques. Participants are intensive care patients who already need a heart ultrasound and a saline contrast test as part of their care.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: agitated saline contrast
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a simpler, more consistent way to measure heart function in intensive care without relying on manual measurements.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study focused on feasibility and correlation with existing methods. The technique may not prove accurate enough to replace current standards.

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Locations

CHU Amiens

Amiens, 80480, France

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