Ultrasound may help anesthesiologists spot difficult airways in kids

NCT ID NCT07694167

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Samsun University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 09, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether ultrasound measurements of the airway can help predict which children will have a difficult time with breathing tube placement during surgery. Researchers will compare ultrasound images to a standard scoring system in 70 children aged 1-18. If ultrasound proves reliable, it could offer a safer, non-invasive way to plan anesthesia care.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to a non-invasive tool to predict difficult airways in children, potentially reducing complications during anesthesia.
What could go wrong: This is a small observational study, so results may not apply to all children. The ultrasound measurements may not reliably predict difficult airways in practice.

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AIRWAY ASSESSMENT DIFFICULT AIRWAY DIFFICULT INTUBATION

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