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Waveform Capnography Compared to Colorimetric Carbon Dioxide Detection During Tracheal Intubation of Critically Ill Adults

United States2,092 participantsStarted 2025-04-21

Plain-language summary

This study will compare the sensitivity and specificity of waveform capnography versus colorimetric carbon dioxide detection to identify tracheal placement of the endotracheal tube during intubation of critically ill adults.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion criteria

✓. Patient is located in a participating unit (ED or ICU)
✓. Patient is undergoing tracheal intubation.
✓. The clinician intends to use an exhaled CO2 detection device to confirm tracheal placement of the tube.

Exclusion criteria

✕. Patient is known to be a prisoner
✕. Patient is known to be \< 18 years old
✕. A responsible clinician has determined that sole use of either waveform capnography or colorimetric testing is required for optimal care of the patient.

What they're measuring

Sensitivity of the test of exhaled carbon dioxide to detect a endotracheal tube positioned in the trachea.

Timeframe: From intubation until 7 breaths from the ventilator are delivered, approximately 1 minute

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06934876

SponsorBrian Driver

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2026-12-01

Contact for this trial

Brian Driver, MD

6128737448 brian.driver@hcmed.org

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