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Clinical Utility of Portable Dynamic Chest X Ray (DDR) in the ICU
NCT06538376 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
Dynamic digital radiography (DDR) is a new advanced version of chest radiography that captures dynamic images at a rate of 15 frames per second. It is coupled with an analytical software that allows it to provide more advanced measures of lung motion, ventilation, and perfusion compared to traditional chest radiography. While implementation of DDR fixed machines are beginning elsewhere in the US, this trial involves the first applications of an FDA-approved portable DDR machine, for use at the bedside in the ICU. The goal of this clinical trial is to determine the feasibility and safety of portable DDR technology in the ICU, as well as to evaluate the improved clinical diagnostic value of the portable DDR system over current standards of care. Participants will receive one to three sets of DDR images, which will then be compared to their clinical gold standard exams (such as chest x-rays, CTs, or VQ scans) to assess and improve the precision and accuracy of measurements such as diaphragmatic motion, lung movement, and perfusion.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DIAGNOSTIC_TEST Portable Dynamic Digital Radiography (DDR)
Study Locations (1)
Massachusetts
- Brigham and Women's Hospital — Boston
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 230 participants |
| Start Date | 2023-12-12 |
| Est. Completion | 2027-11 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT06538376
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT06538376 describes a study currently listed as recruiting. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 230 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Brigham and Women's Hospital, which has 929 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 10 conditions, with Pulmonary Embolism appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 1 intervention — of which Portable Dynamic Digital Radiography (DDR) is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT06538376 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Massachusetts. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT06538376 about?
NCT06538376 is a clinical study titled "Clinical Utility of Portable Dynamic Chest X Ray (DDR) in the ICU". Dynamic digital radiography (DDR) is a new advanced version of chest radiography that captures dynamic images at a rate of 15 frames per second. It is coupled with an analytical software that allows it to provide more advanced measures of lung motion, ventilation, and perfusion compared to tradition...
What is the current status of trial NCT06538376?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 230 participants. The study started on 2023-12-12. Estimated completion is 2027-11.
What conditions does trial NCT06538376 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Pulmonary Embolism, Pneumonia, Rib Fractures, Pleural Effusion, Airway Obstruction. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06538376?
The interventions under investigation include: Portable Dynamic Digital Radiography (DDR) (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06538376?
This trial is sponsored by Brigham and Women's Hospital, which has 929 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT06538376 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Massachusetts. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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