Could a simple scan replace X-Rays for spotting child pneumonia?

NCT ID NCT07331311

Summary

This study tested whether lung ultrasound is a good tool for diagnosing pneumonia in children, especially in areas with limited medical resources. Researchers compared ultrasound results to chest X-rays and a final expert diagnosis based on all available patient information. The goal was to see if ultrasound could help doctors accurately identify pneumonia without always needing an X-ray.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Siddhi Memorial Hospital

    Bhaktapur, Bagmati, Nepal

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