Stethoscope vs ultrasound check for breathing tube placement
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to help place a breathing tube in children: listening with a stethoscope versus using a bedside ultrasound. It’s testing which method is more accurate, which could help prevent problems after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are under 18 years old.
- You are having an operation that requires a breathing tube (endotracheal tube).
- A parent or legal guardian can consent for the study.
- The team must not think your airway will be difficult to manage.
- You should not have major lung problems that could affect breathing or the test results.
- You should not have a major heart (cardiac) anomaly.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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