Comparing different endotracheal tubes for nasal intubation
Compare the Effects of Two Different Endotracheal Tubes on The Secretion and Bleeding Volume of Patients During Intubation to Facilitate Nasotracheal Tube Advancement Into Trachea Under Video-laryngoscope
NA · Kaohsiung Medical University Chung-Ho Memorial Hospital · NCT05112783
This study is testing which of two types of breathing tubes causes fewer problems during nasal intubation for patients having oro-maxillofacial surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 80 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kaohsiung Medical University Chung-Ho Memorial Hospital (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Kaohsiung, Sanmin District) |
| Trial ID | NCT05112783 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study compares the effects of two types of endotracheal tubes, the Henan Tuoren and Smiths Portex, on complications during nasal intubation in patients undergoing oro-maxillofacial surgery. Patients will be monitored for vital signs and assessed for bleeding and other complications during the intubation process. The study aims to determine which tube results in less bleeding and fewer complications, thereby improving patient outcomes during anesthesia. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two tube groups and evaluated for various parameters post-intubation.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 20-65 undergoing oro-maxillofacial surgery without systemic diseases.
Not a fit: Patients with difficult airways, previous head and neck surgery, or nasal cavity obstructions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved intubation techniques that minimize complications and enhance patient safety during surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have explored various intubation techniques, but this specific comparison of these two endotracheal tubes is novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age:20-65 years * Undergoing oro-maxillofacial surgery * Opening mouth \> 3 cm * Denied any systemic disease. * American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) class:I-III Exclusion Criteria: * Difficult airway assessed (limited mouth opening, limited neck motion, and thyromental distance \< 6cm) * Previous head and neck surgery history * Upper abnormal airway diagnosed * Easily epistaxis * Both sides nasal cavities obstruction
Where this trial is running
Kaohsiung, Sanmin District
- Kaohsiung Medical University Chung-Ho Memorial Hospital — Kaohsiung, Sanmin District, Taiwan (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Pin-Yang Hu, MD — Department of Anesthesiology, Kaohsiung Medical University Chung-Ho Memorial Hospital
- Study coordinator: Pin-Yang Hu, MD
- Email: u8901090@gmail.com
- Phone: 88673121101
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Intubation Complication, Endotracheal Tube intubation General Anesthesia, nasotracheal tube