Use of Endobronchial Ultrasound Scope (EBUS) Transducer to Identify Pneumothorax-A Feasibility Study

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA · Sep 14, 2016

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is investigating a new way to check for a condition called pneumothorax, which is when air leaks into the space between the lung and chest wall and can cause breathing problems. Usually, doctors use a chest X-ray after a procedure called endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) to see if a pneumothorax has occurred. This study will explore whether using the EBUS tool itself to perform a specialized lung ultrasound can effectively rule out pneumothorax, potentially reducing the need for an X-ray and minimizing radiation exposure for patients.

To participate in this trial, individuals aged 65 to 74 who are undergoing a bronchoscopy may be eligible. This includes patients with a known pneumothorax that requires treatment, and those with severe breathing difficulties on a ventilator. Participants can expect a lung ultrasound to be performed using the EBUS device right after their procedure, which could help doctors quickly determine if there are any issues without needing additional imaging. It's important to note that participants will need to provide informed consent to take part in this study.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. All patients presenting for bronchoscopy (These patient are expected to have normal pleural sliding sign identified by ultrasound)
• • 2. Patients with pneumothorax requiring chest tube(This group of patient is expected to have residual pneumothorax for identification of absence of lung sliding, B lines and lung point)
• • 3. Patients with respiratory failure on mechanical ventilation(This group of patient is expected to have alveolo-interstitial findings such as B lines)
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • -Absence of informed consent