Comparing head positions for placing a breathing tube during surgery
This study compares two ways of positioning your head and neck when placing a breathing tube for surgery. It tests whether using a custom pillow in a 'ramp' position works better than the standard 'sniffing' position. The goal is to make intubation safer and easier for patients with a certain body type.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- You are scheduled for a planned (elective) surgery.
- You are generally healthy or have only mild health issues (ASA I or II).
- You can open your mouth wide and see your throat clearly (Mallampati class I or II).
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 25 and 30.
Quick eligibility check
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