Can ultrasound predict difficult IV insertions before they happen?
NCT ID NCT07764562
First seen Aug 14, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether ultrasound measurements taken before placing a central line in the neck can predict when the procedure will be difficult. Researchers will track 150 intensive care patients, recording details like vein size, depth, and position, along with the doctor's experience. The goal is to create a risk score that helps doctors anticipate challenges and improve the chances of success on the first try.
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 could lead to a simple ultrasound-based scoring tool that helps doctors predict and avoid difficult IV insertions, reducing complications in intensive care patients.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. The risk score may not be accurate enough for all patients or settings, and the study is relatively small.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Antalya training and research hospital health sciences university
RECRUITINGAntalya, 07059, Turkey (Türkiye)