Two Methods for Fluid Removal in Lung Conditions
Strategy for Prompt and Effective Thoracentesis in the Emergency Department
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Pleural Effusion
Pleural Diseases
Heart Failure
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 188 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of Aarhus · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for adults who need fluid removal from around the lungs. Participants will either have the fluid removed manually in the emergency department or allowed to drain using gravity in the radiology department.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am at least 18 years old.
- I have pleural effusion shown by imaging.
- My doctor says I need thoracentesis.
- I do not have any reasons that prevent thoracentesis.
You may not be able to join if
- I am experiencing life-threatening breathing issues.
- I cannot give consent.
- I have had pleurodesis before.
- My effusion is complicated and not free-flowing.
- I have been in this trial before.
- I cannot be randomly assigned because my doctor chose a different procedure.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
The SPEEDTAP-trial is a prospective, randomised, investigator-initiated, multicenter, clinical superior trial investigating two thoracentesis methods in four emergency departments (ED) in Central Denmark Region. Patients are randomised to either manual fluid removal in the ED or passively fluid drainage using gravity in the radiology department (standard of care). Primary outcome: time from clinic…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients ≥ 18 years admitted to the ED
* Pleural effusion detected by any imaging modality (e.g., bedside ultrasound, chest x-ray, computed tomography)
* Clinically justified need for thoracentesis ( symptomatic relief and/or define the etiology of the effusion
* Without contr…
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