AI may help anesthesiologists avoid airway emergencies in obese patients
NCT ID NCT07666074
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether artificial intelligence can better predict difficult airway management in 340 obese patients undergoing bariatric surgery. Researchers will compare AI predictions using standard measurements like mouth opening and neck length against actual views during intubation. If accurate, AI could help doctors prepare safer anesthesia plans.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Artificial intelligence algorithm
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a more accurate tool for predicting difficult airways, potentially reducing complications during anesthesia in obese patients.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study with 340 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. AI predictions may not outperform traditional methods, and the study does not test a treatment.
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Locations
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Fethi Sekin City Hospital
RECRUITINGElâzığ, Elâzığ, 23100, Turkey (Türkiye)
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