Resuscitation
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Review Meta Analysis
Ultrasonography for confirmation of endotracheal tube placement: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
This study aimed to undertake a systematic review and meta-analysis to summarize evidence on the diagnostic value of ultrasonography for the assessment of endotracheal tube placement in adult patients. ⋯ Current evidence supports that ultrasonography has high diagnostic value for identifying esophageal intubation. With optimal sensitivity and specificity, ultrasonography can be a valuable adjunct in this aspect of airway assessment, especially in situations where capnography may be unreliable.