Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 to 70

Monitoring endotracheal tube cuff pressure during laparoscopic bariatric surgery

Official title: Monitoring Changes in Endotracheal Tube Cuff Pressure During Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery

Run by Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi Gazi Yasargil Training and Research Hospital · NCT06738875 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing how changes in the pressure of breathing tubes affect airflow in obese patients during weight loss surgery to help make the procedure safer.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years to 70 Years
SexAll
Enrollment28 (estimated)
SponsorSaglik Bilimleri Universitesi Gazi Yasargil Training and Research Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Kayapınar, Di̇yarbakir)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 10, 2024
Main results expectedJanuary 10, 2025
Study endsJanuary 15, 2025
Registry record updatedDecember 18, 2024
Trial IDNCT06738875 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are obese patients aged 18-70 with ASA risk indicators I-III scheduled for laparoscopic bariatric surgery.

Probably not a fit

Patients with drug allergies, chronic pain, long-term opioid use, psychiatric illness, or those requiring emergency surgery may not benefit from this study.

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

What this trial studies

This observational cohort study aims to evaluate the relationship between endotracheal tube (ETT) cuff pressures and airway pressures in obese patients undergoing laparoscopic bariatric surgery. The study hypothesizes that increases in ETT cuff pressures will correlate with rises in peak and mean airway pressures. By using a manometer to monitor these pressures, the study seeks to gather data that could improve patient safety and outcomes during surgery.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the management of airway pressures during bariatric surgery, potentially reducing complications related to ventilation.

How similar studies have gone: While this specific approach is observational, similar studies have indicated the importance of monitoring airway pressures in surgical settings, suggesting potential for meaningful insights.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) risk indicators I-III manage to undergo Laparoscopic bariatric surgery between the ages of 18-70

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with drug allergies, chronic pain, long-term opioid use, history of psychiatric illness, and need for emergency surgery were excluded from the study.

Where it's running

  • Health Sciences University Gazi Yaşargil Training and Research Hospital
    Kayapınar, Di̇yarbakir, Turkey (Türkiye)
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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.