Ultrasound checks stomach fullness before tube removal in ICU
NCT ID NCT04245878
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study involved 101 ICU patients to see if stopping their tube feeding before removing the breathing tube affects stomach fullness. Doctors used ultrasound to measure stomach content. The goal was to find ways to reduce the risk of food or liquid entering the lungs during tube removal.
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Locations
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Chu Dijon Bourgogne
Dijon, 21000, France
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