Using ultrasound to help place breathing tubes in children

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effectiveness of point of care ultrasound in confirming the correct placement of endotracheal tubes in children during anesthetic procedures. The approach focuses on utilizing ultrasound technology to enhance the accuracy of intubation, potentially reducing complications associated with misplacement. The study will involve children under 18 years who require endotracheal intubation, and it aims to provide a reliable method for ensuring proper tube placement.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Children below 18 years needing endotracheal intubation.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Age more than 18 years.
* Patients with significant neck or lung pathology.
* Patients with elective intubation

Where it's running

• Sherief Abd-Elsalam
  Tanta, Egypt Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Fekry khater, Msc — Emergency medicine department - Alazhar University
• Study coordinator: Sherief Abd-Elsalam, ass. prof.
• Email: sheriefabdelsalam@yahoo.com
• Phone: 00201147773440

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.