Comparing fiberoptic intubation positions in children during surgery
Video-assisted Fiberoptic Intubation in Lateral Versus Supine Position in Pediatrics Undergoing Non-head-and-neck Surgery: a Randomized Controlled Non-inferiority Trial
This study tests whether the position a child is in during fiberoptic intubation for surgery affects how well the procedure goes and if there are any complications.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 2 Years to 10 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Cairo University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo) |
| Trial ID | NCT06776900 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the effectiveness of fiberoptic intubation in children undergoing elective non-head-and-neck surgeries, comparing the outcomes of intubation in lateral versus supine positions. Fiberoptic intubation is a technique used to manage airways, particularly in patients with difficult airway conditions. The study aims to determine if the position during intubation affects the success rate and complications associated with the procedure. Children aged 2-10 years old with ASA physical status I and II will be included, while those with certain exclusions will not participate.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children aged 2-10 years undergoing elective non-head-and-neck surgeries with ASA physical status I and II.
Not a fit: Patients with head and neck surgeries, neuromuscular disorders, or those requiring emergency procedures may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve airway management techniques in pediatric patients, leading to fewer complications during surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown fiberoptic intubation to be effective, but this specific comparison of positions in pediatrics is less commonly explored.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged 2-10 years old. * Both genders. * ASA physical status I and II. * Elective non-head-and-neck surgeries. Exclusion Criteria: * Refusal of patients. * Head and neck surgeries or with history of previous ones. * Head, neck and lung congenital deformities or pathologies. * Patients with expected difficult intubation (based on examination). * Patients with neuromuscular disorders. * Hypoxia: defined as low oxygen saturation (SpO2) ≤ 95% on room air. * Trauma patients or patients requiring emergency procedures.
Where this trial is running
Cairo
- Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University — Cairo, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Mariam KE Mohammed, MBBCh — Cairo University
- Study coordinator: Kareem MA Nawwar, M.D.
- Email: drknawwar@cu.edu.eg
- Phone: +201003878369
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.