Checking breathing tube placement with a stethoscope vs. ultrasound in children
This study checks if a stethoscope is as accurate as an ultrasound for confirming that a breathing tube is correctly placed in children during surgery. It helps doctors ensure the tube is in the right spot so the patient can breathe safely.
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Who can take part
- The patient must be under 18 years old.
- The patient must be having surgery that requires a breathing tube.
- The patient must not have a known or suspected difficult airway.
- The patient must not have significant lung disease.
- The patient must not have a major heart defect.
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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