Ultrasound spots hidden clots in Kids' IV lines
NCT ID NCT04194736
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at how often blood clots form soon after placing a central venous catheter (a special IV line) in children in the pediatric intensive care unit. Researchers used ultrasound to scan for clots 1 to 13 days after placement. The goal was to better understand the timing and risk factors for these clots, which could help improve care for critically ill children.
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 help doctors better understand when and why clots form, leading to improved monitoring or prevention strategies.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, observational study with only 81 children, so results may not apply to all patients. It does not test any treatment.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hôpital Necker-Enfants Malades
Paris, 75015, France
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