A Proof-of-concept Observational Study Evaluating the Acceptability and Utility of a Telemedicine Solution for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Trial Snapshot
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Status
- Completed
- Enrollment
- 560
- Locations
- 2
- Primary Endpoint
- Difference in Time to PACU Discharge Determination From Observation to Interaction Phase
Study Overview
Brief Summary
A single center prospective before-and-after proof-of-concept study to evaluate a telemedicine center for the PACU.
Detailed Description
A proof-of-concept study in perioperative telemedicine that aims to demonstrate the (i) acceptability and (ii) utility of integrating telemedicine into the PACU environment. This proof-of-concept study will be conducted in the PACU.
Study Design
- Study Type
- Interventional
- Allocation
- Non Randomized
- Intervention Model
- Sequential
- Primary Purpose
- Other
- Masking
- None
Eligibility Criteria
- Ages
- 18 Years to — (Adult, Older Adult)
- Sex
- All
- Accepts Healthy Volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria
- Not provided
Exclusion Criteria
- Not provided
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Difference in Time to PACU Discharge Determination From Observation to Interaction Phase
Time Frame: up to 1 day
The difference in discharge readiness time between the observation and interaction phases will be compared
Secondary Outcomes
- Demonstrate the Potential Ability of a Remote Telemedicine Center for the PACU to Assist With PACU Functions.(up to 1 day)
- Identification of Symptoms Requiring Treatment in PACU Patients(approximately 1 day)
- Recognition of Situations Requiring Emergency Medical Intervention(approximately 1 day)
- Detection of Physiological Derangements in PACU Patients(approximately 1 day)
- Determination of Patient Readiness for PACU Discharge(approximately 1 day)
Investigators
Michael Avidan
Professor of Anesthesiology and Surgery
Washington University School of Medicine
