NCT06880679 · Indiana University
Ultrasound Acute Chest Syndrome Sickle Cell Disease
(POCUS)
What this study is about
Feasibility and reliability of ultrasound in the inpatient hematology setting.
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Feasibility and reliability of ultrasound in the inpatient hematology setting.
Interventions
DEVICE
Point of Care Ultrasound
Point of Care Ultrasound during hospitalization
Primary outcome measures
Participation rate
Time frame: Up to 5 days
Percentage of patients who are approached for study who agree to be on study
Retention rate
Time frame: Up to 5 days
Percentage of patients who remain on study
Duration of exam
Time frame: Up to 5 days
Time taken to complete POCUS examination
Acceptability of POCUS by the medical team (physicians and nursing)
Time frame: Up to 5 days
Acceptability measured using a 5-point Likert Scale (Strongly Agree to Strongly Disagree) regarding use of POCUS in inpatient setting.
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- Age: 0-25 years old
- Diagnosis: Patients with a documented diagnosis of sickle cell disease (any genotype)
- Disposition: Hospitalized for a SCD-related complication (e.g. VOC)
Exclusion criteria
- Patient is considered hemodynamically unstable to undergo consent and study procedures
- Already has diagnosis of ACS prior to admission to inpatient unit
- POCUS operator not available
Where
- Indianapolis, Indiana
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Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Apr 9, 2026 · Source of record for eligibility and locations