Using ultrasound to predict breathing tube difficulty in children
This study uses ultrasound to look at your child's airway before surgery to see if placing the breathing tube might be difficult. The goal is to help doctors plan better and keep your child safe during anesthesia.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 2 and 6 years old.
- The surgery must be planned and not an emergency.
- Your child must be in good health (classified as ASA I or II by the anesthesia team).
- No known airway problems, such as birth defects, neck swelling, scars, or a tracheostomy.
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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