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CompletedNCT01123798

The Use of Near Infrared Spectroscopy in the Diagnosis of Acute Compartment Syndrome in Injured Soldiers

Status
Completed
Phase
Study type
Observational
Enrollment
300 (estimated)
Sponsor
J&M Shuler · Industry
Sex
All
Age
18 Years – 65 Years
Healthy volunteers
Accepted

Summary

The purpose of this study is to define the reliability and accuracy of Near Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS) in the detection of intra-compartmental tissue perfusion in injured and noninjured extremities over time. The investigators hypothesize that this technology, combined with vital signs, intracompartmental pressures and clinical examinations, will be useful in diagnosing acute compartment syndrome (ACS), monitoring patients at risk for ACS, and evaluating the adequacy of fasciotomy in patients treated for ACS.

Conditions

Interventions

TypeNameDescription
DEVICEnear-infrared spectroscopyNon-invasive monitoring device applied on the surface of the skin that emits harmless red light to measure tissue perfusion.

Timeline

Start date
2010-02-01
Primary completion
2011-01-01
Completion
2011-01-01
First posted
2010-05-14
Last updated
2011-06-15

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Germany

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov record NCT01123798. Inclusion in this directory is not an endorsement.