Ultrasound vs. landmark for jugular vein catheter placement
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial compares using ultrasound versus feeling for landmarks to place a central line in the neck (internal jugular vein). The goal is to see which method reduces the chance the catheter goes to the wrong spot.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old
- You need a central line placed in the neck during surgery
- You are not having emergency surgery
- You do not have a bleeding disorder
- There is no infection, prior surgery, or previous line at the planned insertion site
- You are not allergic to ultrasound gel
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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