Simple ultrasound could prevent rare anesthesia danger in kids

NCT ID NCT06079268

Completed Diagnosis Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a quick, non-invasive ultrasound of the stomach can accurately detect if a child has too much fluid in their stomach before anesthesia. 92 healthy children aged 1-10 drank a set amount of clear liquid, then had a 3-minute ultrasound. The goal was to see if the ultrasound could reliably identify a stomach fluid volume that might increase the risk of a rare but serious complication called pulmonary aspiration. The results could help anesthesiologists make safer decisions.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: gastric ultrasound
What this could lead to: If this works, doctors could use a simple, non-invasive ultrasound to quickly check if a child's stomach is empty enough for safe anesthesia, reducing the risk of a rare but serious complication.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study in healthy children, so results may not apply to all kids or those with medical conditions. The ultrasound method is still being tested and may not be accurate enough in real-world settings.

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Locations

Hopital Femme Mère Enfant

Bron, 69500, France

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