Video CPR guidance tested in dark, noisy conditions

NCT ID NCT07101510

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Pecs Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether video calls with emergency dispatchers help bystanders perform CPR better than phone-only instructions, especially in tough conditions like darkness. 157 healthy volunteers managed a simulated cardiac arrest alone, with some using video and others just a phone. Researchers measured chest compression depth, rate, and hand position to see if video guidance improves quality.

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 video-assisted CPR proves better than phone-only instructions, it could improve survival from cardiac arrest by helping bystanders perform higher-quality chest compressions.
What could go wrong: This was a simulation study with healthy volunteers, not real emergencies. Real-world distractions and stress may change results, and video calls could delay starting CPR.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cardiac arrest

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CARDIAC ARREST (CA)

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Pécs

Pécs, Hungary

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