RecruitingNCT06412081

Lung Ultrasound for Physiotherapy in Hospitalized Patients With Respiratory Complications

The Value of Point-of-care Lung Ultrasound for Physiotherapy in Hospitalized Patients With Acute Respiratory Symptoms


Sponsor

Cliniques universitaires Saint-Luc- Université Catholique de Louvain

Enrollment

30 participants

Start Date

May 10, 2024

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Summary

This study aims to evaluate the relevance of using point-of-care lung ultrasound (LUS) in modifying the physiotherapist's treatment plan for patients hospitalized in a general ward.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Inclusion Criteria3

  • Hospitalization in a general ward
  • Acute respiratory symptoms (\< 48h)
  • Chest X-ray available within 24h before or after the use of LUS

Exclusion Criteria2

  • Any conditions precluding the use of LUS (thoracic skin lesions, thoracic bandage, subcutaneous emphysema)
  • Inability to understand instructions due to cognitive impairment or due to language barrier

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Locations(1)

Cliniques universitaires Saint-Luc

Brussels, Belgium

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