What is this study trying to find out about trauma?

This study aims to evaluate how well the New Injury Severity Score (NISS) predicts mortality and other outcomes like intensive care needs and hospital stay length in blunt trauma patients. By focusing on patients in Iraq, the research seeks to improve trauma assessment and care in this setting. Participants' health and hospital progress will be closely observed to gather this information.

Who may be eligible for this trauma clinical trial?

Adults aged 18 years and older with blunt trauma admitted to the emergency department may be eligible. There is no gender restriction. Important factors include having proper injury documentation, assessment within six hours of arrival, and no pregnancy or serious existing medical conditions. Please review eligibility criteria for more details.

Is there any cost to participate in this trauma clinical trial?

Study-related care, including assessments and monitoring, is provided at no cost. However, personal travel expenses may vary and are not guaranteed to be covered. Participants should plan accordingly for any travel or accommodation needs.

Actively Recruiting

Age: 18Years +

All Genders

ID06711276

Evaluating the New Injury Severity Score to Predict Outcomes in Adults With Blunt Trauma Injuries

Led by Al-Nahrain University · Updated on 2025-03-18

210

Participants Needed

Research Sites

2 weeks

Total Duration

AI-Summary

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the accuracy of the New Injury Severity Score NISS in predicting mortality and other outcomes in patients with blunt trauma admitted to the Emergency Department of Kadhimiya Educational Hospital in Iraq. This prospective observational study aims to understand how well NISS predicts death, the need for intensive care, and the length of hospital stay among trauma patients, addressing a research gap in resource-limited healthcare settings. Participants admitted with blunt trauma will be assessed using the NISS score within the first six hours of arrival to the emergency department to ensure accurate trauma evaluation. Their clinical progress, including mortality, need for intensive care, hospital stay duration, and surgical interventions, will be monitored throughout hospitalization, averaging six days. During the study, patients anatomical injuries and physiological parameters will be documented to calculate the NISS. Researchers will track outcomes such as in-hospital mortality and length of hospitalization, with follow-ups at days 7 and 30 after discharge. This study will provide valuable information on the usefulness of NISS in managing blunt trauma in Iraq and contribute to improving trauma care protocols.

CONDITIONS

Brief Title

Accuracy of the New Injury Severity Score in Evaluating Patients With Blunt Trauma

Who Can Participate

Age: 18Years +

All Genders

Eligibility Criteria

You may qualify if you...

Trauma patients admitted to the emergency department with blunt trauma such as motor vehicle accidents, falls, or assaults
Patients with adequate documentation of anatomical injuries and physiological parameters for NISS calculation
Injury assessment and NISS calculation completed within the first 6 hours of arrival

You will not qualify if you...

Patients under 18 years of age
Pregnant women
Patients with pre-existing medical conditions that may affect trauma scoring or management
Patients with medical emergencies, terminal illnesses, or conditions unrelated to blunt trauma
Patients declared dead on arrival or not receiving active treatment in the emergency department
Patients or families refusing participation or withdrawing consent
Patients transferred from or to another facility or previously treated elsewhere

Research Team

Abdulilh R. Khamis

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