Comparing different laryngeal masks for laparoscopic surgeries
The Effects of GMA-TULIP, I-gel, and BlockBuster Laryngeal Mask in Laparoscopic Surgeries With Trendelenburg Position Under General Anesthesia
NA · The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University · NCT06766253
This study is testing which of three different laryngeal masks can help reduce throat pain and improve comfort for patients aged 18 to 80 during laparoscopic surgeries.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 195 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality) |
| Trial ID | NCT06766253 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to compare the effects of three types of laryngeal masks—BlockBuster, i-gel, and GMA-TULIP—on postoperative throat pain and patient comfort during laparoscopic surgeries performed in the Trendelenburg position under general anesthesia. The study will involve patients aged 18 to 80 who are undergoing surgeries lasting less than three hours and meet specific health criteria. By evaluating the incidence of sore throat and overall satisfaction, the research seeks to identify the most effective airway management method for enhancing patient outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 80 with a body mass index under 28, undergoing laparoscopic surgeries in the Trendelenburg position.
Not a fit: Patients with difficult airways, laryngopharyngeal diseases, or those unable to cooperate with the study will not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved postoperative comfort and reduced throat pain for patients undergoing laparoscopic surgeries.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have indicated varying success with different laryngeal masks, but this specific comparison is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patients received laparoscopic surgeries with trendelenburg position and an estimated surgery duration of less than 3 hours. 2. Ages between 18 to 80, and body mass index less than 28 kg/m². 3. American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) Grades I-III. 4. Patients are willing to participate and be able to understand and sign an informed consent form. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Patients with a mouth opening less than 2 cm. 2. Patients with risk factors for regurgitation and aspiration of gastric contents. 3. Patients with laryngopharyngeal diseases. 4. Patients with potentially difficult airways. 5. Patients with hearing, intellectual, communication, and cognitive impairments. 6. Any reason that patients could not cooperate with the study or that the researcher deems inappropriate for inclusion in this trial.
Where this trial is running
Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality
- The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University — Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality, China (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Bing Chen — The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University
- Study coordinator: Bing Chen, PhD
- Email: chenbing@cqmu.edu.cn
- Phone: +8617323832352
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: Sore-throat