Looking for microaspiration during surgery with breathing tubes
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial checks how common tiny leaks (microaspirations) are around breathing tubes during surgery. It may help doctors understand how to prevent lung infections after operations.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are scheduled for surgery that will last at least one hour.
- Your health status is good enough to be classified as ASA I, II, or III.
- You do not have any pre-existing problems with your airway (like narrowing or growths).
- Your doctor does not expect intubation (placing the breathing tube) to be difficult.
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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