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Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) PatientsNCT07210333

Non-invasive Intracranial Pressure Monitoring to Improve Emergency Care in Brazil's Public Health System

An observational study of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Patients and Stroke Hemorrhagic, run by Braincare USA Corp at 3 sites in Brazil.

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Opening soon. The study is approved but enrolment has not started yet. Sites may already take enquiries.

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Trial summary

The goal of this observational study is to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of non-invasive intracranial pressure (ICP) and intracranial compliance (ICC) pulse morphology and associated parameters (such as the P2/P1 ratio and nTTP) obtained with the brain4care system for the screening of intracranial hypertension… Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 years and older
What is being tested?
non-invasive intracranial pressure monitoring
Type of treatment
Medical device
How many people
300 participants
Where
3 sitesBrazil
Study dates
16 Dec 2025to 28 Jan 2028
How long will I take part?
14 Days
Phase
Observational
Are there results?
Not yet: the study is under way

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 years and older
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult, Older adult

Study population: Adult patients (≥18 years) of both sexes presenting with clinical signs and symptoms of traumatic brain injury (mild, moderate, or severe) or stroke (ischemic or hemorrhagic). Participants will be recruited from multiple levels of care within the Brazilian Unified Health System (SUS), including primary care units (UBS), urgent care units (UPA), pre-hospital emergency services (SAMU), hospital emergency rooms (PS), and intensive care units (ICUs) at participating hospitals in the states of Amazonas, São Paulo, Sergipe, and Rio Grande do Sul.

Who may be able to join

  • Patients of both sexes.
  • Age ≥ 18 years.
  • Clinical signs and symptoms of traumatic brain injury (mild, moderate, or severe) or stroke (ischemic or hemorrhagic).
  • Signed informed consent form by the patient or by a legally authorized representative in cases where the patient is unable to consent due to the severity of the clinical condition. If the legal representative is not present at the time of admission or initial care, consent may be obtained retrospectively.

Who cannot join

  • Individuals with brain lesions of other etiologies, such as previous TBI and/or stroke, neoplasms, infections, sepsis, arteriovenous malformation, intoxication, or illicit drug use.
  • Individuals with scalp or skin lacerations that prevent proper placement of the brain4care sensor.
  • Individuals with craniectomy or skull fractures.
  • Individuals with severe debilitating mental health disorders and/or severe debilitating neurological diseases.
  • Individuals who are agitated, aggressive, or uncooperative, preventing follow-up and outcome assessment.
  • Pregnant women.

Trial locations and contacts

3 sites in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.

Danilo A Cardim, PhD contact

(424) 888-2942

danilo.cardim@brain4.care

Gabriela Nagai Ocamoto, PhD contact

+55 16 3501-4020

gabriela.ocamoto@brain4.care

Brazil3 sites
  • Hospital Universitário de Lagarto

    Lagarto, Sergipe, 49400-000

    Study Principal Investigator, + 55 (79) 9671-0130, ritavieira@academico.ufs.br

    Rita C Almeida Vieira, PhD

  • Hospital Universitário Getúlio Vargas

    Manaus, Amazonas, 69020-170

    Study Principal Investigator, + 55 (92) 9403-4101, amorim.robson@gmail.com

    Robson L Oliveira de Amorim, PhD

  • Hospital São Paulo

    São Paulo, São Paulo, 04024-002

    Study Principal Investigator, +55 (11) 98267-7217, drfabiano.neurologia@gmail.com

    Fabiano Moulin de Moraes, PhD

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About this study

Official title: Evaluation and Enhancement of the Effectiveness of Non-invasive Intracranial Pressure Monitoring for Screening in Neurological Emergencies Within the Brazilian Unified Health System

The goal of this observational study is to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of non-invasive intracranial pressure (ICP) and intracranial compliance (ICC) pulse morphology and associated parameters (such as the P2/P1 ratio and nTTP) obtained with the brain4care system for the screening of intracranial hypertension (ICH) in patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) and stroke treated in Brazil's public health system (SUS).

The main questions it aims to answer are:

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Can non-invasive ICP and ICC pulse morphology reliably identify or exclude intracranial hypertension, cerebral edema, and hemorrhage compared to CT findings and clinical/neurological evaluations?

Can this approach differentiate ischemic stroke from hemorrhagic stroke with sufficient accuracy?

Does the use of brain4care contribute to earlier detection, improved clinical decision-making, and cost reduction in emergency settings?

Read the detailed description

This is a prospective, observational, multicenter, longitudinal cohort study conducted in four Brazilian states (Amazonas, São Paulo, Sergipe, and Rio Grande do Sul). The study aims to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of non-invasive intracranial pressure (ICP) and intracranial compliance (ICC) monitoring, using the brain4care system, for screening intracranial hypertension (ICH) in patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) and stroke (ischemic or hemorrhagic) admitted to multiple levels of care in the Brazilian Unified Health System (SUS), including pre-hospital care (SAMU), primary care (UBS), urgent care units (UPA), emergency rooms (PS), and intensive care units (ICUs).

Study Procedures

Eligible participants (≥18 years) with TBI or stroke will undergo daily non-invasive ICP and ICC monitoring using the BWS 2.0 (Braincare Wireless System). Monitoring will be performed by trained medical and nursing teams, adjusted according to care setting:

SAMU (pre-hospital): 5 minutes of valid pulses during stabilization and transport.

UBS, UPA, and PS: 10 minutes of valid pulses during initial evaluation; repeated daily until transfer.

ICU: three times daily (every 8 hours) for 10 minutes during the first 72h, then twice daily (every 12 hours) for up to 14 days, each session lasting 30 minutes.

Clinical data include demographics, comorbidities, neurological exam findings (Glasgow Coma Scale, Cincinnati Stroke Scale, NIHSS, Hunt-Hess, WFNS, Rankin), and vital signs. Neuroimaging will be collected when available, with application of validated CT-based scales (Marshall, Rotterdam, ASPECTS, Fisher, STICH, CRASH).

Technology

The BWS 2.0 sensor applies piezoelectric technology to detect minute cranial deformations linked to ICP waveforms, allowing calculation of morphological parameters such as P2/P1 ratio and normalized Time-to-Peak (nTTP). Changes in these parameters reflect alterations in intracranial compliance, providing a non-invasive tool to identify or exclude ICH.

Data Collection and Quality Assurance

All data will be recorded in REDCap, a secure, validated data capture system. A data dictionary describes all study variables, coding conventions (e.g., MedDRA for clinical events), and reference ranges. Automated range and consistency checks will be applied during data entry. Source data verification will be performed by comparing REDCap records with hospital charts, imaging reports, and device outputs.

Site monitoring will ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) for patient recruitment, informed consent, device handling, data collection, and reporting of adverse events. Periodic audits and central data review will reinforce data integrity.

Sample Size and Analysis

An initial sample of 300 patients was calculated to provide sufficient power for ROC curve analysis. The primary outcome is diagnostic performance (AUC, sensitivity, specificity, predictive values) of brain4care parameters against reference standards (CT and clinical scales). Secondary analyses include correlation with clinical and imaging findings, differentiation of ischemic vs. hemorrhagic stroke, and evaluation of cases with hemorrhagic transformation.

Statistical methods include parametric or non-parametric tests (t-test, Mann-Whitney, ANOVA, Kruskal-Wallis), Pearson/Spearman correlations, and multivariate regression models. ROC analysis will quantify discriminatory capacity. Economic evaluation will assess cost-effectiveness, cost-benefit, and resource utilization, considering reduced need for invasive monitoring and imaging.

Risk and Benefit

Risks are minimal, limited to local skin irritation from sensor placement. Potential benefits include earlier recognition of ICH, reduced reliance on invasive monitoring, improved triage decisions, and optimized healthcare resource allocation in the SUS.

Being tested
non-invasive intracranial pressure monitoring
Keywords
Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury, Intracranial Pressure, Intracranial Compliance, Medical Devices
Medical subject headings
Brain Injuries, Traumatic, Hemorrhagic Stroke, Ischemic Stroke, Stroke

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • non-invasive intracranial pressure monitoringDevice

    non-invasive intracranial pressure monitoring that provides continuous bedside monitoring.

Study groups in NCT07210333
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Traumatic Brain InjuryTraumatic Brain Injury
Receives: Device: non-invasive intracranial pressure monitoring
StrokeStroke
Receives: Device: non-invasive intracranial pressure monitoring

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Diagnostic accuracy of non-invasive ICP and compliance parameters

    Diagnostic accuracy of non-invasive ICP and compliance parameters (P2/P1 ratio, nTTP) obtained with the brain4care system for detecting intracranial hypertension, assessed by sensitivity, specificity, predictive values, and ROC curve analysis, using neuroimaging and clinical evaluation as reference standards.

    Measured: From enrollment up to 14 days in the intensive care unit.

Secondary outcomes (1)
  1. Correlation of non-invasive ICP/ICC parameters with clinical and imaging findings in TBI and stroke patients

    Correlation of non-invasive ICP/ICC parameters with clinical and imaging findings in TBI and stroke patients, including CT-based scales (Marshall, Rotterdam, ASPECTS, Fisher, STICH, CRASH) and neurological scales (Glasgow Coma Scale, NIHSS, Hunt-Hess, WFNS, Rankin).

    Measured: From enrollment up to 14 days in the intensive care unit.

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted7 Oct 2025
  2. Study start16 Dec 2025 (estimated)
  3. Primary completion31 Dec 2027 (estimated)
  4. Study completion28 Jan 2028 (estimated)

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Observational
Observational model
Cohort
Time perspective
Prospective
Enrolment
300 participants (estimated)
Target duration
14 Days
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT07210333
Sponsor's protocol ID
b4cScreen
Status last verified
Sep 2025
First submitted
30 Sep 2025
Last updated
7 Oct 2025
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
Yes
Individual data sharing
No: Individual participant data will not be shared due to ethical and regulatory restrictions imposed by local ethics committees and data protection regulations.

Publications

  • R. d. A. P. Andrade et al., "A Nanometer Resolution Wearable Wireless Medical Device for Non Invasive Intracranial Pressure Monitoring," in IEEE Sensors Journal, vol. 21, no. 20, pp. 22270-22284, 15 Oct.15, 2021, doi: 10.1109/JSEN.2021.3090648

  • Frigieri G, Goncalves TL, Ocamoto GN, de Ap Andrade R, de Padua BC, Cardim D. Clinical Performance of the Brain4care System for Noninvasive Detection of Intracranial Hypertension. Neurocrit Care. 2025 Oct;43(2):628-635. doi: 10.1007/s12028-025-02273-6. Epub 2025 Apr 28.

    PubMed 40293697
  • Ocamoto GN, da Silva LN, da Silva Rocha Tomaz C, Hisatugu MT, Frigieri G, Cardim D, Goncalves RL, Russo TL, de Amorim RLO. Characterization of intracranial compliance in healthy subjects using a noninvasive method - results from a multicenter prospective observational study. J Clin Monit Comput. 2024 Dec;38(6):1249-1261. doi: 10.1007/s10877-024-01191-w. Epub 2024 Jul 20.

    PubMed 39031230

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

An observational study of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Patients and Stroke Hemorrhagic, run by Braincare USA Corp at 3 sites in Brazil.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 4 inclusion and 6 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: opening soon, as of the sponsor's last update on 7 Oct 2025. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 3 sites in Brazil. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

Contact Danilo A Cardim, PhD ((424) 888-2942, danilo.cardim@brain4.care), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Diagnostic accuracy of non-invasive ICP and compliance parameters (time frame: From enrollment up to 14 days in the intensive care unit.). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07210333, which also lists 3 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 7 Oct 2025.

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