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NCT00573014 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record
Cervical Spine Clearance in Obtunded Trauma Patients
A clinical trial, sponsored by MetroHealth Medical Center.
- Completed
- Registry status
- 197
- Enrollment target
NCT00573014: Completed study, sponsored by MetroHealth Medical Center.
NCT00573014 is a clinical trial that has completed, run by MetroHealth Medical Center. The registered enrollment target is 197 participants. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT00573014 has completed, sponsored by MetroHealth Medical Center.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- 197 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
The optimal method of clearing the cervical spine in obtunded trauma patients is unclear. Computed tomography (CT) identifies most injuries but may miss ligamentous injuries. Magnetic resonance (MR) imaging has been widely used to exclude ligamentous injuries. We postulate that with the new generation of CT scanners, MR imaging is not needed to rule out significant injuries. Our protocol for clearing the cervical spine in obtunded trauma patients depends on CT alone. We are prospectively following these patients and performing a clinical examination when they are awake to show this is a safe approach.
Primary Outcome
One hundred ninety-seven patients had their collars removed and CS cleared at a mean of 3.3 days. Removal of CS precautions in OBTPs with gross movement of all extremities is safe and efficacious if CT CS is negative for injury. Supplemental MRI CS is not needed in this patient population. Key Words: Magnetic resonance imaging, Computed tomography, Cervical
Interventions
- OTHER Cervical Spine Clearance
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 197 participants |
| Start Date | 2006-10-01 |
| Est. Completion | 2008-09-30 |
What the finished NCT00573014 record still lists
NCT00573014 is an observational study that tracks outcomes without assigning an intervention. The registered 197 participants enrollment target is mid-sized for trials with a published cap.
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 1 intervention - of which Cervical Spine Clearance is the first listed.
NCT00573014 does not publish any study locations in the registry export this page uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT00573014 about?
NCT00573014 is a clinical study titled "Cervical Spine Clearance in Obtunded Trauma Patients". The optimal method of clearing the cervical spine in obtunded trauma patients is unclear. Computed tomography (CT) identifies most injuries but may miss ligamentous injuries. Magnetic resonance (MR) imaging has been widely used to exclude ligamentous injuries. We postulate that with the new generati...
What is the current status of trial NCT00573014?
This trial is currently completed. The enrollment target is 197 participants. The study started on 2006-10-01. Estimated completion is 2008-09-30.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT00573014?
The interventions under investigation include: Cervical Spine Clearance (OTHER).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT00573014?
This trial is sponsored by MetroHealth Medical Center, which has 76 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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