Evaluating the use of ultrasound for assessing difficult airways

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to investigate the effectiveness of point of care ultrasound (POCUS) in evaluating difficult airways during elective surgeries requiring general anesthesia and endotracheal intubation. It focuses on measuring specific ultrasound parameters of the anterior neck to predict challenges in bag and mask ventilation and laryngoscopy. The study is being conducted at the University Hospital of Ioannina and seeks to enhance the understanding of ultrasound as a tool in airway management. By exploring this new application, the research aims to improve patient safety and outcomes in anesthesia.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria: age\>18, elective surgery under general anesthesia with endotracheal intubation

Exclusion Criteria:

* obstetric surgeries,
* pregnancy,
* non elective surgeries,
* patients with previous surgeries involving the anterior surface of the neck (i.e., thyroid surgery),
* patients with history of cervical radiation.

Where it's running

• University Hospital of Ioannina
  Ioannina, Epirus, Greece Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Agathi Karakosta
• Email: akarakosta@uoi.gr
• Phone: 0030 2651099766

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.