Can a simple spray protect kids' brains during suctioning?
NCT ID NCT05058677
First seen Jan 20, 2026 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 10 times
Summary
This study tested whether spraying lidocaine into the breathing tube before suctioning could prevent dangerous spikes in brain pressure in children with severe traumatic brain injury. Ten children in the ICU were given lidocaine either as a spray or as drops, and their brain pressure was monitored. The goal was to see which method worked better and if the spray was safe.
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The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
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