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Official title Effects of Continuous Monitoring and Progressive Regulation of Inflatable Laryngeal Mask Airway Cuff Pressure on Postoperative Pharyngolaryngeal Complications in Elderly Patients
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07461467
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Currently, research on laryngeal mask airway (LMA) has been continuously deepened both domestically and internationally, which has greatly promoted the optimization process of clinical application and related management strategies. Numerous domestic and foreign research findings have consistently emphasized the key role of LMA cuff pressure monitoring in reducing postoperative complications, especially in alleviating sore throat and dysphagia.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 60 and older
You may be able to join if
- Aged ≥ 60years;
- Non-cardiac, non-thoracic, and non-head and neck surgery;
- Non-laparoscopic surgery;
- Elective surgery;
- Surgical position: supine position ;
You likely can't join if
- Preoperative predictable difficult airways, such as trismus, limited neck mobility, and other related conditions;
- Preoperative pharyngeal and laryngeal complications including sore throat, hoarseness, blood-tinged sputum, and dysphagia;
- Preexisting conditions such as loose teeth, laryngeal obstruction, laryngeal edema, acute airway inflammation, and gastrointestinal bleeding;
- Comorbidities of respiratory diseases like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma;
- Allergies to ILMA materials (e.g., silicone, polyvinylchloride [PVC]);
- Inability to cooperate with the study for any reason;
See the full eligibility criteria
- Aged ≥ 60years;
- Non-cardiac, non-thoracic, and non-head and neck surgery;
- Non-laparoscopic surgery;
- Elective surgery;
- Surgical position: supine position ;
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status classification Ⅰ-Ⅲ;
- New York Heart Association (NYHA) cardiac function classification Ⅰ-Ⅱ;
- Expected surgical duration ≥30 minutes and ≤ 2 hours;
- Body mass index (BMI) 18.5-30.0 kg/m2.
- Preoperative predictable difficult airways, such as trismus, limited neck mobility, and other related conditions;
- Preoperative pharyngeal and laryngeal complications including sore throat, hoarseness, blood-tinged sputum, and dysphagia;
- Preexisting conditions such as loose teeth, laryngeal obstruction, laryngeal edema, acute airway inflammation, and gastrointestinal bleeding;
- Comorbidities of respiratory diseases like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma;
- Allergies to ILMA materials (e.g., silicone, polyvinylchloride [PVC]);
- Inability to cooperate with the study for any reason;
- Participation in other clinical trials within 3 months prior to enrollment in this study;
- Any other circumstances deemed inappropriate for inclusion by the investigators.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality, China
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, 60 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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