AI could spot difficult intubation risks from simple photos before surgery
NCT ID NCT07700485
First seen Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study explores whether artificial intelligence models like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Grok can predict difficult intubation by analyzing standardized photos of a patient's airway taken before surgery. Researchers will compare the AI's predictions with assessments from expert anesthesiologists and actual outcomes during surgery. The goal is to see if AI can serve as a helpful screening tool to improve patient safety.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- multimodal artificial intelligence models (ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok) analyzing preoperative airway photographs
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a simple, non-invasive AI tool that helps doctors identify patients at risk of difficult intubation before surgery, potentially reducing complications.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early observational study with only 319 participants. AI predictions may not be accurate enough for real-world use, and the models might not generalize to different patient populations or settings.
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Locations
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Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital
Istanbul, Kadıköy, 34734, Turkey (Türkiye)
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