Ultrasound beats guesswork for tough IVs in ER

NCT ID NCT07013994

First seen Apr 15, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 7 times

Summary

This study tested whether using ultrasound helps nurses place IVs and draw blood from arteries more easily in emergency patients with hard-to-find veins. About 200 adults and children with difficult vein access took part. Researchers compared ultrasound guidance to the usual method of feeling or looking for veins, measuring how many attempts and professionals were needed, time taken, and pain felt.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hospital Emergency Department of the Nuestra Señora de Sonsoles Hospital in Ávila.

    Ávila, 05004, Spain

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