Comparison of VentiBroncTM Anchor With Conventional Double-lumen Endobronchial Tube in Patients With High Risk of Malposition

Launched by YONSEI UNIVERSITY · Sep 22, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying two different types of tubes used for a procedure called double-lumen endotracheal intubation, which is often needed during thoracic (chest) surgeries. The researchers want to find out if a newer tube called the VentiBronc™ Anchor, which has three cuffs, works better than the traditional double-lumen tube (Shiley®) for patients who are at a higher risk of the tube being misplaced. The goal is to see if the VentiBronc™ Anchor helps doctors successfully place the tube in the correct position, specifically in the left main bronchus, which is an important part of the airway.

To qualify for this trial, participants should be adults aged 20-85 who need a double-lumen tube for surgery and meet certain health criteria, including having a specific body size and airway measurements. Eligible participants can expect to be randomly assigned to receive either the VentiBronc™ Anchor or the conventional tube during their surgery. This study is currently recruiting, and it's open to all genders. If you're considering participating, it's a chance to help researchers learn more about improving intubation techniques for patients undergoing chest surgery.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Patients requiring left double-lumen endotracheal tube intubation for thoracic surgery.
• • ASA physical status classification 2-4. Female patients aged 20-85 with a height of 160cm or less and a body mass index (BMI) of 25.0 kg/m2 or higher.
• • Patients requiring VentiBroncTM Anchor 33Fr or Shiley® 32Fr intubation due to a left mainstem bronchus diameter of 11mm or less on chest CT.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Intraluminal lesions in the left or right mainstem bronchi. History of airway surgery. Emergency surgery.