Awake breathing tube: mouth vs. nose
This trial compares two ways of placing a breathing tube in patients who have a difficult airway and need surgery. One method goes through the mouth, the other through the nose, both while you are awake. The goal is to see which method you prefer.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for surgery that needs a breathing tube.
- Your doctor expects it may be difficult to place the tube (difficult airway).
- Your doctor plans to use a thin, flexible scope to place the tube while you are awake (awake fiberoptic intubation).
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You are able to give your consent to participate.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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