Ultrasound Investigation Into Swimming Induced Pulmonary Edema in Open Water Swimming Athletes

Conditions

• Swimming Induced Pulmonary Edema

Eligibility Criteria

Sex

ALL

Age

18 Years - N/A

Healthy Volunteers

Accepted

Interventions

• Ultrasound — DIAGNOSTIC_TEST
  Lung ultrasound

Study Details

Swimming-induced pulmonary edema (SIPE) is a potentially life-threatening condition that can affect swimmers of all abilities. The pathophysiology is not well understood and early identification strategies are not established. Handheld ultrasound is a validated tool for the identification of pulmonary edema and is not well-studied in this population. Understanding the incidence of signs of pulmonary edema and its usefulness as a sign of early pulmonary edema would be beneficial This study evaluates triathletes and open water swimmers at endurance events. A validated protocol for lung ultrasound is used to identify the signs of pulmonary edema. The findings will be analyzed for differences in experience level, type of athlete, gender, age, and environmental factors. The findings may then be used in the future to aid in the early identification and treatment of athletes and military personnel in similar situations to decrease morbidity and mortality.

Key Dates

Start date

Apr 15, 2024

Status verified

Jul 2025

Primary completion

Jun 1, 2026

Completion

Dec 1, 2026

Study Design

Enrollment

300 participants (estimated)

Arms

• Arm: Triathletes/Open water swimmers
  Triathletes and open water swimmers in events at Boulder Ironman, St George Ironman and Without limits swim events

Primary Outcome Measure

Lung ultrasound [ Time Frame: at triathlon- immediately after race ]

Locations (1)

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