Head Position and Airway Viewing in Obese Surgery Patients
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether turning your head to the left helps doctors see your vocal cords better during anesthesia. It focuses on people with obesity undergoing surgery that requires a breathing tube.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- You have a BMI of 30 or higher (typically considered obese)
- You are in generally good to fair health (not severely ill)
- Your surgery requires general anesthesia with a breathing tube placed through your mouth
- You do not have facial injuries, upper airway problems, or neck instability that would prevent safe head movement
- You are not pregnant
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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