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ER doctors test a quick exam to spot hidden strokes in dizzy patients

NCT ID NCT07287891

Diagnosis Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo di Pavia Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study will check if a bedside examination done by emergency room doctors can accurately predict whether vertigo, dizziness, or unsteadiness is caused by a brain problem like a stroke. Researchers will study 825 adults in the ER and compare the exam's results to standard tests. The goal is to reduce misdiagnosis and unnecessary brain scans, saving time and money.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could give ER doctors a simple, reliable way to quickly tell if vertigo is from a brain problem like stroke, reducing missed diagnoses and unnecessary scans.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. The bedside exam may not prove accurate enough in real-world settings, and results may not apply to all hospitals.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 825 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jan 2024

Expected to finish

Feb 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Patients presenting at the ED with vertigo, dizziness or unsteadiness

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients presenting at the ED with vertigo, dizziness or unsteadiness * \>= 18 years of age * Patients able to give their consent Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with dementia * Bedridden patients (for causes other than the current symptoms) * Patients with obvious neurological findings presenting with vertigo but with suspected stroke at triage

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Conditions

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Dizziness

As listed by the trial registrant

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Dizziness Ed with vertigo Unsteadiness

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • SC Pronto Soccorso e Medicina d'Urgenza, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo

    RECRUITING

    Pavia, Pavia, 27100, Italy

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