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Randomized Cost Comparison of Cardiac MRI Use in ED Patients With Chest Pain
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Observation unit care, coupled with cardiac MRI for Acute Coronary Syndrome and Chest Pain. Completed, enrolled 110 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate the best way to evaluate patients with chest pain in the emergency department. It compares receiving treatment in an observation unit with admission to the hospital. Patients treated in the observation unit will undergo cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) testing. Patients treated with hospital admission will undergo the testing their doctor determines is best for them. All patients will undergo follow up to find out if they have had any heart related events.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
After Emergency Department (ED) evaluation, patients are randomized to Observation unit care or standard inpatient care. Patients in the observation unit will also undergo a stress cardiac MRI. Patients in the usual care arm may undergo any desired testing, including cardiac MRI, as determined by their treating physician.