Muscle twitch test could make intubation safer
NCT ID NCT07483164
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 3 times
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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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Mayo Clinic in Florida
Jacksonville, Florida, 32224, United States
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