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

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

Who can join

Ages 18 and older · All sexes

Inclusion Criteria:

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

Exclusion Criteria:

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

About the study

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.

What is being tested

• Colorimetric carbon dioxide (CO2) detection (diagnostic test)
• Waveform capnography (diagnostic test)

Sponsor: Brian Driver · Participants: 2,092 · Started: Apr 21, 2025

Contact the study team

• Brian Driver, MD · Phone: 6128737448
• Matthew Prekker, MD · Phone: 612-873-7448

Official record on ClinicalTrials.gov — NCT06934876

Locations in the U.S.

From ClinicalTrials.gov, data retrieved Oct 2, 2026. Each study sets its own eligibility; the study team decides who can join.