Could an ultrasound replace the tube test for breathing effort?
NCT ID NCT07371754
First seen Jan 31, 2026 · Last updated May 21, 2026 · Updated 13 times
Summary
This study explores whether a special ultrasound technique called shear wave elastography can measure how hard someone is working to breathe. Currently, doctors use a thin tube placed in the esophagus, which is uncomfortable and invasive. The study will include 20 adults—some with advanced COPD and some healthy—to see if the ultrasound matches the tube's accuracy during different breathing loads. If successful, this could lead to a simpler, painless way to monitor breathing effort in hospitals.
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