Evaluating airway complications in children during anesthesia
Influence of Oropharyngeal Airway on the Incidence of Airway Complications Following LMA Removal Under Deep Anaesthesia in Children
This study is testing if using an oropharyngeal airway during the removal of the Laryngeal Mask Airway can help reduce airway problems in children aged 2-10 who are under deep anesthesia for surgery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 230 (estimated) |
| Ages | 2 Years to 10 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Aga Khan University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Karachi, Sindh) |
| Trial ID | NCT05218707 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates the airway complications associated with the removal of the Laryngeal Mask Airway (LMA) in children under deep anesthesia. It aims to compare the incidence of complications when an oropharyngeal airway is used versus when it is not. The study focuses on children aged 2-10 years undergoing surgeries where LMA is appropriate, assessing the impact of airway positioning during LMA removal. The hypothesis is that using an oropharyngeal airway may reduce complications associated with LMA removal.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children aged 2-10 years classified as ASA I and II undergoing surgeries suitable for LMA anesthesia.
Not a fit: Patients undergoing surgeries involving airway soiling, those with gastroesophageal reflux conditions, active upper respiratory infections, or requiring emergency surgery may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved safety and reduced complications during anesthesia in pediatric patients.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of LMA in pediatric anesthesia is established, the specific investigation of oropharyngeal airway use during LMA removal under deep anesthesia is novel and has not been extensively studied.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * ASA I and II patients aged 2-10 years undergoing surgery where anaesthesia with LMA is considered appropriate. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients undergoing surgery involving soiling of the airway * Patients with conditions associated with higher incidence of gastrooseophageal reflux * Presence of active upper respiratory tract infection (URI) * Emergency Surgery
Where this trial is running
Karachi, Sindh
- Aga Khan University Hospital — Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Khalid Maudood Siddiqui, FCPS
- Email: khalid.siddiqui@aku.edu
- Phone: +922134862896
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.