Muscle twitch test could make intubation safer

NCT ID NCT07483164

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Mayo Clinic Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether measuring the strength of a muscle twitch in the wrist can help doctors decide the best time to insert a breathing tube during anesthesia. About 108 adults will be randomly assigned to one of three twitch-strength targets. The goal is to find the twitch level that leads to the smoothest tube placement.

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 successful, this could help anesthesiologists choose the right moment to place a breathing tube, making intubation safer and more reliable.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study (108 participants) that only looks at a measurement technique, not a new treatment. Results may not apply to all patients or settings.

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Locations

  • Mayo Clinic in Florida

    Jacksonville, Florida, 32224, United States