Smart wearables could alert nurses to patient danger sooner

NCT ID NCT05118477

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

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a wearable monitoring system that tracks vital signs like heart rate and breathing continuously. The goal was to see if it helps hospital staff detect when surgical patients are getting worse faster than standard checks. 240 adults on a surgical ward took part, using small wrist or finger sensors. The trial focused on whether the system improves detection of deterioration and patient outcomes.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: ambulatory monitoring system (wearable device)
What this could lead to: If successful, this system could help hospital staff spot when patients are getting worse sooner, potentially saving lives and improving recovery.
What could go wrong: This is a small feasibility study on one ward, so results may not apply to all hospitals or patients. The system may not work as well in real-world settings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Clinical Deterioration

As listed by the trial registrant

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DETERIORATION, CLINICAL SURGERY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Oxford University Hospitals Trust

Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 9DU, United Kingdom

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