Airway ultrasound vs laryngoscopy in obesity
This study compares two ways of checking the airway before surgery in people with obesity: a breathing tube placed with the help of ultrasound (a handheld device that uses sound waves) versus a standard laryngoscope (a lighted tool). The goal is to see which method is safer and easier for larger patients.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are scheduled for elective (non-emergency) surgery under general anesthesia
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 30 or higher
- Your surgery is expected to last between 1 and 2.5 hours
- Your surgery is not on your head or neck, and you will not be lying on your stomach
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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