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

NCT01123798 · Status: COMPLETED · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 300

Last updated 2011-06-15

No results posted yet for this study

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

  • Acute Compartment Syndrome

Interventions

DEVICE

near-infrared spectroscopy

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

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • United States Department of Defense

    collaborator FED

  • Somanetics Corporation

    collaborator INDUSTRY

  • J&M Shuler

    lead INDUSTRY

Principal Investigators

  • Brett Freedman, MD · Landstuhl Regional Medical Center

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
65 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2010-02-28
Primary Completion
2011-01-31
Completion
2011-01-31

Countries

  • Germany

Study Locations

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