Ultrasound guidance may reduce misplaced catheters in central line placement
NCT ID NCT07701720
First seen Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two methods for inserting a central venous catheter into the internal jugular vein: using real-time ultrasound to guide the needle versus relying on external anatomical landmarks. The main goal is to see which technique leads to fewer catheter tip misplacements, as confirmed by chest X-ray. Researchers will also track complications like accidental artery puncture and how many attempts are needed. The study includes adults aged 18–75 undergoing surgery that requires this type of catheter.
What this could mean
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- What this could lead to
- If ultrasound guidance proves superior, it could become the standard approach to reduce catheter misplacement and complications during central line placement.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a randomized trial, so results may be influenced by clinician skill or patient differences. The findings may not apply to all hospital settings.
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