Could a bronchoscope replace X-Rays for pneumothorax?
NCT ID NCT02907866
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether the ultrasound tip of an EBUS bronchoscope, placed on the chest, can detect pneumothorax (collapsed lung) as well as a standard ultrasound probe. Researchers enrolled 17 patients, including those with and without pneumothorax. The goal was to see if this method could replace chest X-rays, reducing radiation exposure. The study was terminated early, so results are limited.
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 allow doctors to quickly rule out pneumothorax after bronchoscopy without a chest X-ray, reducing radiation exposure.
- What could go wrong
- This was a small feasibility study that was terminated early, so results are limited. The technique may not be accurate enough to replace standard imaging.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Oklahoma University Medical center
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73104, United States
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