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Comparison of Different CSF Sampling Sites on External Ventricular Drains
Led by Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven · Updated on 2024-07-01
55
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
152 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
The aim of the current study is to evaluate the difference between proximal and distal CSF sampling. If the characteristics of distally and proximally sampled CSF are similar or correlate well, it may be possible to only sample CSF distally in the future, thereby avoiding the risks mentioned above.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Comparison of Different CSF Sampling Sites on External Ventricular Drains
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Patients with an external ventricular drain (EVD) in place regardless of the underlying pathology
- Written informed consent obtained from the patient or a legally acceptable representative
- If the patient is capable but physically unable to sign, an impartial witness can attend the consent process
- Males and females of all ages, including children and pregnant females
You will not qualify if you...
- Patients scheduled to have the external ventricular drain removed within 48 hours before routine sampling
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
UZ Leuven
Leuven, Belgium, 3000
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
P
Philippe De Vloo, prof.dr.
CONTACT
T
Tom Deleu, dr.
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Masking
N/A
Allocation
N/A
Model
N/A
Primary Purpose
N/A
Number of Arms
1
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