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Comparative Study of FAST Versus Multidetector CT Scan of the Abdomen in Patients With Abdominal Trauma

100 participantsStarted 2021-06-01

Plain-language summary

The aim of the study is to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of FAST (as regards sensitivity and specificity) as an initial assessment for patients with abdominal trauma compared to that of the gold standard multidetector CT scan of the abdomen.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion criteria

. Adult patients (aged ≥18 years).
. Patients exposed to different mechanisms of abdominal trauma whether penetrating such as : stab or gunshot wounds . Or a blunt mechanism of trauma such as:motor vehicle collisions ,falls from height ,assaults ,falling down , falling a heavy object on torso , and sports accidents .

Exclusion criteria

. Pregnant females.
. Any patient who undergoes urgent surgical intervention as a primary survey.
. Patient refusal to participate.

Questions worth asking your doctor

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.

What they're measuring

The presence (positive FAST) or absence (negative FAST) of intraperitoneal free fluid collection in the four standard views to ascertain accuracy of FAST as regards sensitivity and specificity.

Timeframe: baseline

Trial details

NCT IDNCT04896463

SponsorAssiut University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2022-06-01

Contact for this trial

Zeinab Salah

00201143751762 zeinabsalah@gmail.com

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