Nhs Lothian
Clinical trials sponsored by Nhs Lothian, explained in plain language.
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Does a curved blade make breathing tube placement safer?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at two different shapes of a device called a laryngoscope, which doctors use to place a breathing tube when a patient is under anesthesia. The newer shape, called the McGrath X-blade, matches the curve of the tongue better than the traditional shape. Researchers …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NHS Lothian • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Smart gloves could make brain surgery safer and faster to learn
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests special gloves with built-in force sensors to measure how much pressure is used when placing a stent in a brain aneurysm model. About 12 doctors (both experts and trainees) will use the gloves on a 3D-printed silicone model. The goal is to see if the gloves can d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NHS Lothian • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC