New device aims to reduce needle sticks during central line placement
NCT ID NCT05513378
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether using a needle guide during ultrasound-guided subclavian vein catheterization reduces the number of skin punctures. 300 adults in Sweden were randomly assigned to have the procedure with or without the guide. The goal is to see if the guide makes the process safer and faster.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Ultra-Pro II™ Needle Guide (device)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could make central line placement safer and more efficient by reducing needle sticks and complications.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed, moderate-sized trial, but the needle guide may not improve outcomes or could be cumbersome for operators.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Intensive and Perioperative Care. Skåne University Hospital. Lund
Lund, Skåne County, 22185, Sweden
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