High-flow nasal cannula vs. face mask for oxygen before intubation
Part of Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This trial compares two ways of giving oxygen before a breathing tube is placed: a high-flow nasal cannula (soft prongs in the nose) or a tight-fitting face mask. The goal is to see which method keeps oxygen levels safer during the procedure.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You need a breathing tube placed quickly in an operating room, emergency room, or intensive care unit.
- You can safely use either a high-flow nasal cannula or a tight face mask to get extra oxygen beforehand.
- You (or a legally authorized person) can give written consent to join the study.
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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