POSTOPERATIVE SORE THROAT

This study tested whether using a pre-inflated tracheal tube cuff during intubation reduces sore throat after surgery. 250 adults with non-difficult airways were randomly assigned to either the pre-inflated cuff method or the standard deflated cuff method. The goal was to see if …

This study tested whether giving lidocaine before placing a breathing tube can reduce sore throat after surgery. 100 adults having gallbladder surgery received either lidocaine or sterile water. Researchers checked for throat pain at several points over 24 hours after the operati…

This study tested whether storing a laryngeal mask airway (a breathing tube used during general anesthesia) at a cold temperature (10-12°C) instead of room temperature (22-25°C) could reduce sore throat after surgery. 172 adults having elective surgery were randomly assigned to o…

This study tested whether putting the breathing tube (endotracheal tube) in the fridge before use could reduce sore throat after surgery. 116 adults having elective surgery took part. The researchers measured how many people had a sore throat and how bad it was in the hours after…

This study looked at whether continuously monitoring the pressure of the breathing tube during laparoscopic surgery can reduce airway problems like sore throat, cough, and hoarseness after the operation. 95 adults having elective laparoscopic abdominal surgery were randomly assig…