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Comparison of three point-of-care ultrasound techniques to confirm endotracheal tube placement: A randomized clinical trial.

The American journal of emergency medicine·August 1, 2026·PMID 42066651

Why it matters

Rapid, reliable confirmation of tube position is critical during emergency intubation. This study provides comparative performance data on three POCUS approaches, helping clinicians choose the most efficient technique when standard methods are delayed or unavailable.

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