Neck ultrasound for predicting breathing tube difficulty
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
Researchers are testing whether an ultrasound of the front of the neck can help doctors predict when a breathing tube might be hard to place during surgery in people with higher body weight. If successful, this simple scan could make anesthesia safer and more personalized.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 70 years old.
- You are in good physical health (mild or moderate illness is okay).
- Your body mass index (BMI) is over 25 (considered overweight or obese).
- You are scheduled for a planned (non-emergency) surgery with general anesthesia.
- You do not have facial or jaw abnormalities, neck masses, or a history of difficult intubation.
- You are not pregnant and your BMI is below 60.
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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