Which airway device is safer for seniors? new study reveals answers
NCT ID NCT06677567
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compared two types of breathing tubes (Air-Q and Proseal LMA) in 97 elderly patients aged 65-90 undergoing surgery. The goal was to see which device works better and causes fewer side effects like sore throat. Researchers measured how well each tube sealed the airway and how quickly it could be placed.
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Zeynep Koç
Yenimahalle, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)
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