Comparing different tracheal catheters for women undergoing thyroid surgery
A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Different Models of Tracheal Tube for Thyroid Surgery in Women
This study is testing which size of tracheal catheter causes the least sore throat after thyroid surgery in women.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 180 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Anqing Municipal Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Anqing, Anhui) |
| Trial ID | NCT06967896 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to compare the incidence and severity of postoperative sore throat in female patients undergoing thyroid surgery using three different models of tracheal catheters: 6.0mm, 6.5mm, and the traditional 7.0mm. A total of 180 female patients, aged 18-65 years and classified as ASA grade I-III, will be randomly assigned to one of the three groups, with 60 participants in each group. The study will assess sore throat outcomes at multiple time points post-surgery to determine which catheter model minimizes discomfort. The findings could provide insights into optimizing anesthesia practices for thyroid surgery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are female patients aged 18-65 years scheduled for elective thyroid surgery under general anesthesia.
Not a fit: Patients with pre-existing throat conditions or those who have had previous throat surgeries may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved postoperative comfort for women undergoing thyroid surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies have explored tracheal catheter designs, this specific comparison of models in female thyroid surgery is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Female; * Thyroid surgery should be performed under general anesthesia (GA) at an appropriate time; * ASA grade I-III; * Aged 18-65 years; * BMI less than 35Kg/m2 * In line with ethics, patients voluntarily accept this experiment and sign informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Reflux esophagitis, preoperative sore throat, chronic pharyngitis, preoperative hoarseness, use of anticoagulants or corticosteroids, high risk of reflux or aspiration, dysphagia, previous oral or pharyngeal surgical intervention, bleeding disorder, severe heart, lung, liver and kidney dysfunction * Upper respiratory tract infection occurred within 2 weeks before surgery * Unable to insert ET (no more than two intubations) * Patients with hoarseness or sore throat before surgery * Language communication, hearing impairment or brain dysfunction such as stroke, unable to communicate
Where this trial is running
Anqing, Anhui
- Department of Anqing Hospital Anesthesiology — Anqing, Anhui, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sun Ling Lu Sun Ling LU, Master's degree
- Email: 348092640@qq.com
- Phone: 15955565806
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.