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

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

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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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Fethi Sekin City Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Elâzığ, Elâzığ, 23100, Turkey (Türkiye)

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