Ultrasound-Guided trick may keep stomachs flat during surgery
NCT ID NCT06688097
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether pressing on the esophagus with ultrasound guidance during face-mask ventilation can prevent stomach bloating. 103 adults having laparoscopic surgery were split into two groups: one with the pressure technique and one without. The goal was to see if the technique reduces stomach distension, which can complicate surgery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this technique could help prevent stomach bloating during mask ventilation, making surgery safer and easier.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed observational study. Results may not apply to all patients or settings, and the technique requires ultrasound skill.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Nanjing First Hospital
Nanjing, Jiangsu, 210006, China
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