Nose or mouth breathing: a clue to smoother anesthesia recovery?
NCT ID NCT07759284
First seen Aug 12, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study explores whether the way you breathe before surgery—through your nose or mouth—is linked to coughing when the breathing tube is removed after general anesthesia. Researchers will compare 112 patients who cough during this phase with 112 who do not, looking at breathing patterns, sleep apnea history, and other factors. The goal is to see if a simple preoperative observation could help predict and manage this common discomfort.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If a link is found, doctors might predict and prevent coughing during anesthesia recovery, making the process smoother and more comfortable for patients.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, so it can only show a connection, not prove cause and effect. The results may not apply to all patients or hospital settings.
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