Comparing two types of ventilation during laryngeal surgery
Comparison of Flow Controlled Ventilation and Volume Controlled Ventilation in Microscopic Laryngeal Surgeries, a Randomized Controlled Trial
This study tests whether a new way of breathing support during throat surgery can help patients with vocal cord problems breathe better and recover more effectively than the standard method.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 68 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kocaeli University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kocaeli) |
| Trial ID | NCT06493162 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial compares Flow Controlled Ventilation with Volume Controlled Ventilation in patients undergoing elective microscopic laser surgery for vocal cord diseases. Flow Controlled Ventilation allows for constant airflow during both inspiration and expiration, potentially improving lung function and patient outcomes. The study aims to assess the effectiveness and safety of these ventilation methods in a controlled surgical setting. Patients will be monitored for respiratory parameters and overall surgical outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients scheduled for elective microscopic laser surgery with ASA status I and II.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic lung diseases, difficult intubation, or a BMI over 25 may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved ventilation strategies that enhance recovery and outcomes for patients undergoing laryngeal surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research in ventilation techniques, this specific comparison of Flow Controlled and Volume Controlled Ventilation in this context is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients who undergo elective microscopic laser surgery * ASA status I and II Exclusion Criteria: * Surgery time more than 2 hours * Patients with difficult intubation * Patients with chronic lung diseases * BMI \> 25
Where this trial is running
Kocaeli
- Kocaeli University — Kocaeli, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Hadi Ufuk Yörükoğlu
- Email: ufukyorukoglu@gmail.com
- Phone: +902623038248
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.