New study aims to make intubation safer for bariatric surgery patients
NCT ID NCT07316179
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study will compare two methods—the El Ganzouri Risk Index and airway ultrasound—to predict difficult intubation in 52 adults undergoing bariatric surgery. Researchers will measure how well each method identifies patients who may have trouble with breathing tube placement. The goal is to improve safety and planning for these surgeries.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could lead to better preoperative tools to predict difficult intubation, potentially reducing complications in bariatric surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small observational study with only 52 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. It does not test a new treatment or intervention.
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Antalya Training and Research Hospital
RECRUITINGAntalya, Antalya, 07050, Turkey (Türkiye)
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