Feasibility of a neuromuscular electrostimulation device for mechanical thromboprophylaxis in ICU patients
Phase 3
Recruiting
- Conditions
- I74.3Embolism and thrombosis of arteries of lower extremities
- Registration Number
- DRKS00015841
- Lead Sponsor
- Medizinische Universität Wien
- Brief Summary
Not available
- Detailed Description
Not available
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- Recruiting
- Sex
- All
- Target Recruitment
- 100
Inclusion Criteria
age = 18 years, Caprini Score = 5 indicating the highest risk of VTE and therefore combined VTE prophylaxis (Enoxaparin 1x40mg + mechanical device)
Exclusion Criteria
patient`s refusal of participation, neuromuscular disorder of the lower limbs, formally prohibition of muscle movement in the lower limb (e.g. after certain surgical procedures), implanted electronic devices (e.g. pacemaker), recently diagnosed or suspected thromboembolic event (especially DVT), local open wound or cancerous lesion, pregnancy, epilepsy
Study & Design
- Study Type
- interventional
- Study Design
- Not specified
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method feasibility, Duration of use of the mechanical device per day
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method patient compliance, patient comfort, satisfaction of the health care team concerning handling, incidence of procedural problems, costs, incidence of thromboembolic events