New ultrasound method aims to make brain drain placement safer

NCT ID NCT06253858

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether using ultrasound to guide placement of a brain drain (external ventricular drain) in adults with hydrocephalus can improve accuracy and reduce the number of needle passes needed. Ten participants will have the drain placed with the SOLOPASS® ultrasound system, and researchers will measure how many attempts are needed and check placement on post-procedure scans. The goal is to see if this approach lowers risks like incorrect placement or drain malfunction.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hydrocephalus

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

    RECRUITING

    Hershey, Pennsylvania, 17033, United States

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