Ultrasound-guided vein access in ICU patients
This trial compares two ways to place a central line (a large IV) in the neck of patients on breathing machines in the ICU. It uses ultrasound to guide the needle, aiming to make the procedure safer and more successful.
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Who can take part
- Between 18 and 50 years old
- On a breathing machine (ventilator) in the ICU
- Need a central line (a large IV in a neck vein)
- Classified as ASA physical status II or III (generally stable but with some health issues)
- Family or legal representative agrees to the procedure
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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