Using ultrasound to confirm endotracheal tube placement in children
Ultrasound Versus Palpation to Find Optimal Endotracheal Tube Cuff Position in Pediatric Patients Receiving Head and Neck Surgery: Randomized Controlled Trial
This study tests if using ultrasound can help doctors make sure breathing tubes are placed correctly in young children during surgery, compared to the usual methods.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 62 (estimated) |
| Ages | 6 Months to 7 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Seoul National University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Seoul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06142149 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of airway ultrasound compared to traditional methods for confirming the proper positioning of endotracheal tubes in pediatric patients undergoing intubation. Pediatric patients aged 6 months to 7 years scheduled for facial or intraoral surgery will be randomly assigned to either an ultrasound group or a conventional method group. The study will assess the accuracy of tube placement and suggest criteria for optimal cuff positioning using ultrasound. The goal is to improve patient safety and outcomes during intubation procedures.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are pediatric patients aged 6 months to 7 years requiring endotracheal intubation for facial or intraoral surgery.
Not a fit: Patients with anticipated difficult intubation or significant facial deformities may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance the accuracy of endotracheal tube placement, reducing complications in pediatric intubation.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of ultrasound in intubation is gaining interest, this specific approach is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in pediatric populations.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Pediatric patients ages 6 months to 7 years who are scheduled to have an endotracheal tube inserted for facial or intraoral surgery. Exclusion Criteria: * When difficult intubation is anticipated * If the patient has deformities such as facial asymmetry due to congenital causes such as genetic diseases or acquired causes such as accidents. * If the patient or guardian does not agree to participate in the study. * Other cases deemed unsuitable by the researcher
Where this trial is running
Seoul
- Seoul National University Children's Hospital — Seoul, Korea, Republic of (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Eun-Hee Kim, M.D., Ph.D.
- Email: beloveun@snu.ac.kr
- Phone: +82-2-2072-3664
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.