Sniffing or neutral? study tests best head position for Kids' airway devices
NCT ID NCT05035264
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether the position of a child's head (neutral, sniffing, or beyond sniffing) affects how well a laryngeal mask works during anesthesia. Researchers measured air leaks and ease of insertion in 205 children aged 2-19. The goal is to find the best head position for safer airway management in kids.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
laryngeal mask insertion in different head positions
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help anesthesiologists choose the best head position for children to improve airway management during surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with no phase, so results may not apply to all children or situations. It only measures air leak, not overall safety or outcomes.
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Locations
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Brno University Hospital
Brno, South Moravian, 62500, Czechia