Ultrasound may ditch X-Rays for feeding tube checks in ICUs
NCT ID NCT07376083
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study will test whether a bedside ultrasound can accurately confirm that a feeding tube is in the right place in ICU patients, compared to the standard chest X-ray. Researchers will enroll 170 adults in the ICU who need a feeding tube. If ultrasound works well, it could mean less radiation and faster results for critically ill patients.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could make feeding tube checks faster and safer by reducing the need for X-rays in the ICU.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early observational study with only 170 participants, so results may not apply to all ICU patients. Ultrasound accuracy depends on the operator's skill.
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