NCT07430813 Drone Delivery of Automated External Defibrillators to Lay Users (DAEDALUS): A Proof of Concept Study
| NCT ID | NCT07430813 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | University of Surrey |
| Condition | Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 36 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-11-03 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-12 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.
This trial targets 36 participants in total. It began in 2025-11-03 with a primary completion date of 2026-12.
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Brief Summary
Summary in non-technical language Aim(s) of the research We are working on a way to use drones to deliver Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) - devices that help restart a person's heart by giving it an electric shock. These drones will bring AEDs to people helping someone having a cardiac arrest outside of a hospital setting. Our goal is to make sure everything works smoothly, from the time the emergency call is made to when the AED helps the patient. This research is important because it will help us find out the best process to deliver AEDs by drone and what challenges might come up. Background to the research A cardiac arrest happens when a person's heart suddenly stops, which stops blood from getting to their organs. Acting fast is very important. In the UK, less than 10% of people survive cardiac arrests because it often takes too long to get them the help they need. AEDs can save lives by restarting the heart, but they need to get to the patient quickly. Design and methods used This project has two main parts: 1. Creating the drone delivery process: We will develop a system to get an AED to someone in need, from the moment someone calls 999 to when the AED reaches the patient. This involves working with emergency services, Air Traffic Control, and drone operators. We will test how this works using testing sessions with training manikins at Redhill Aerodrome over four days. We will measure how long things take and gather feedback to improve the process after each session. 2. Interviews: We will talk to people who have been involved in a cardiac arrest, like patients, family members, carers, or members of the public who have helped someone having a cardiac arrest. We will also speak to people who have no experience of cardiac arrests, to understand how they feel about drones delivering AEDs. We want to know if people think this is a good idea and what challenges or concerns they might have. Patient and Public Involvement A group of patients, family members/carers, and members of the public will help us check that our plans are practical and clear and will provide feedback throughout the study. They will also help review the results and create materials to share with the public. We will provide training, so everyone feels comfortable contributing. Dissemination We will keep everyone updated through a newsletter on our website and social media. The public involvement group will review and contribute to these updates. We will also hold public events and share our findings in reports, journal articles, conferences and webinars, so a wide range of people can access the results.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Work Package 1 * Adults aged 18 years and older * Able to understand verbal explanations given in English * Physically able to perform CPR and apply a defibrillator to a training manikin * Work Package 2 * Purposeful sampling will recruit participants from diverse backgrounds, including those with and without OHCA experience. * Able to understand verbal explanations or written information given in English Exclusion Criteria: * Work Package 1 * Under 18 years of age * Unable to perform CPR * Severe cognitive impairments * Pregnant individuals * Healthcare professionals * Unable to understand verbal English sufficiently * Work Package 2 * Individuals under 18. * Unable to provide informed consent. * Experiencing severe psychological distress triggered by events surrounding cardiac arrest * Unable to understand or speak verbal or written information given in English
Contact & Investigator
Richard Lyon, Professor
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
University of Surrey
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07430813 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07430813 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07430813 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at scott.munro@surrey.ac.uk for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07430813 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Guildford, United Kingdom.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07430813 clinical trial?
NCT07430813 is sponsored by University of Surrey. The principal investigator is Richard Lyon, Professor at University of Surrey. The trial plans to enroll 36 participants.