Evaluation system for predicting difficult airway in cervical surgery
Department of Anesthesiology, Peking University Third Hospital, Associate Chief Physician; M.D.
This study is testing whether certain physical and imaging signs can help doctors predict if patients will have a hard time with their airway during cervical surgery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Peking University Third Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Beijing, Beijing) |
| Trial ID | NCT06183060 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates preoperative physical and radiologic indicators to predict difficult airway scenarios in patients undergoing cervical spondylosis surgery. By combining these indicators, the research aims to clarify the mechanisms behind difficult laryngoscopy and establish a comprehensive decision support system for airway evaluation. This system is designed to optimize the preoperative assessment process and accurately identify high-risk patients, thereby enhancing medical safety during surgery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients classified as ASA I-III who are scheduled for elective cervical spondylosis surgery requiring general anesthesia and tracheal intubation.
Not a fit: Patients with cervical spine instability, oropharyngeal masses, airway diseases, incomplete preoperative imaging data, or those who refuse to sign informed consent may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly improve patient safety by reducing the incidence of unexpected airway emergencies during cervical spondylosis surgeries.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of combining physical and radiologic indicators for airway evaluation is innovative, similar studies have shown promise in improving preoperative assessments in other surgical contexts.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * patients of ASA I-III * scheduled for elective surgery for cervical spondylosis under general anesthesia with tracheal intubation Exclusion Criteria: * patients with cervical spine instability * oropharyngeal mass * airway disease * preoperative imaging data were incomplete * refuse to sign informed consent
Where this trial is running
Beijing, Beijing
- Peking University Third Hospital — Beijing, Beijing, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Yongzheng Han, M.D.
- Email: hanyongzheng@bjmu.edu.cn
- Phone: +86 15201304460
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.