Effect of airway pressure changes on lung function after abdominal muscle tightening
Effects of Intraoperative Peak Airway Pressure Changes on Postoperative Pulmonary Function After Muscle Plication in Abdominoplasty Operations: A Randomized Double-Blind Trial
This study looks at how changes in breathing pressure during surgery affect lung function after tummy tuck surgery in patients with separated abdominal muscles.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Al-Azhar University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Tanta, Egypt) |
| Trial ID | NCT06291389 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study evaluates how changes in peak airway pressure during surgery affect postoperative pulmonary function in patients undergoing muscle plication as part of an abdominoplasty. The focus is on individuals with significant separation of the recti muscles, where the surgical procedure involves removing excess skin and fat while tightening the abdominal wall muscles. By monitoring intraoperative airway pressure, the study aims to provide insights into its impact on recovery and lung function post-surgery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 20 to 50 years with ASA physical status classification I who are scheduled for abdominoplasty with muscle plication.
Not a fit: Patients with anemia, bleeding disorders, cardiovascular issues, or respiratory diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve postoperative care and outcomes for patients undergoing abdominoplasty.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies on airway pressure and pulmonary function exist, this specific approach focusing on muscle plication during abdominoplasty is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * age ranged between 20 and 50 years old, * American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status classification I * came for abdominoplasty operation Exclusion Criteria: * anemia or hemoglobin levels below 11g/dl * bleeding problems * cardiovascular disorders * restrictive and obstructive respiratory disease * abdominoplasty without plication.
Where this trial is running
Tanta, Egypt
- Neveen Kohaf — Tanta, Egypt, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Neveen Kohaf, ph.d — Al-Azhar University
- Study coordinator: Neveen Kohaf, Ph.D
- Email: nevenabdo@azhar.edu.eg
- Phone: +201060383012
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.