Numbing throat spray before breathing tube in robotic surgery
Treatments studied
This study tests whether spraying a numbing medicine (lidocaine) on the vocal cords before placing a breathing tube reduces discomfort during robotic surgery. It may make the procedure more comfortable for patients.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 69 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18 and 35.
- You are scheduled for elective robotic surgery with general anesthesia.
- You do not have an allergy or other medical reason to avoid lidocaine.
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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