Indications

• Confirmation of ETT position 
• Evaluation of ETT depth
• Identification of cricothyroid membrane

 

In the context of airway management, ultrasound provides a rapid and reliable method for confirming endotracheal tube position, assessing depth, and identifying key anatomical landmarks like the cricothyroid membrane. Whether in the emergency setting or during elective intubation, point-of-care ultrasound can improve clinical decision-making, reducing reliance on traditional confirmation methods alone.   

 

Equipment

• Ultrasound machine   
• High frequency linear probe or curvilinear probe for obese patients  
• Ultrasound Gel   
• Endotracheal tube       ​