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New treatment option for Limit Emergence Phenomena After General Anesthesia
Official title Limiting Emergence Phenomena After General Anesthesia With Combined LMA and ETT Airway Management Technique
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT02708836
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Emergence from general anesthesia with a laryngeal mask airway compared with an endotracheal tube has been shown to favorable with respect to limiting emergence phenomena such as coughing, straining, restlessness, and sympathetic stimulation leading to hypertension and tachycardia. Many anesthesiologists would prefer the use of an ETT to an LMA in cases in which higher ventilation pressures may be required, in those patients who are perceived to be high risk for reflux and pulmonary aspiration of gastric contents, as well as during cases that allow the anesthesiologist to have little accessibility the airway.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- ASA 1-3
- Patients undergoing elective laparoscopic surgery
You likely can't join if
- Individuals who cannot provide consent
- Individuals who would require translation services to provide consent
- Prisoners
- Parturients
- Non-fasted patients (as per HMC Anesthesiology Department NPO policy)
- Patients felt to be high risk for gastric reflux and pulmonary aspiration (those with gastroparesis, symptomatic GERD, etc.: at the discretion of...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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