Search / Trial NCT06611917

Diagnostic Values of Physical Examination and Ultrasonographic Measurements in Predicting Difficult Airways

Launched by ÇANAKKALE ONSEKIZ MART UNIVERSITY · Sep 22, 2024

Trial Information

Current as of December 22, 2024

Completed

Keywords

Airway Management Endotracheal Intubation Ultrasonography

ClinConnect Summary

Anesthesiologists, intensive care specialists, and emergency physicians frequently encounter the challenge of managing difficult airways, a critical competency as failure to secure the airway can lead to severe consequences, including brain damage or death. Intubation, a complex procedure involving several anatomical maneuvers, has traditionally relied on physical examination indicators such as dental and facial anatomy, Mallampati score, and neck mobility to predict potential difficulties. However, these methods, while useful, often lack the accuracy needed for reliable prediction, leading...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Patients classified as American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) class I-II-III.
  • Individuals aged between 18 and 60 years.
  • Patients scheduled for elective surgery require endotracheal intubation under general anesthesia
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Patients with pathologies in the airway or head and neck area (masses, cancer, congenital anomalies, acquired anatomical disorders).
  • Individuals with active infections.
  • Those with cervical vertebral damage.
  • Patients with a history of head and neck trauma.
  • Individuals who have undergone previous head and neck surgery.
  • Patients with a history of head and neck radiotherapy.
  • Pregnant individuals.
  • Obese patients (body mass index \> 30).
  • Non-cooperative patients.
  • Patients are requiring surgery under emergency conditions.

About çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University

Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University is a leading academic institution in Turkey, recognized for its commitment to advancing healthcare through innovative research and clinical trials. The university actively engages in various clinical studies aimed at enhancing medical knowledge and improving patient outcomes. With a team of experienced researchers and state-of-the-art facilities, Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University fosters collaboration between disciplines to address critical health challenges and contribute to the global medical community. Its dedication to ethical research practices and patient safety underscores its role as a trusted sponsor in the clinical trial landscape.

Locations

çanakkale, Merkez, Turkey

People applied

Timeline

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Estimated completion

Not reported

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