New airway combo may smooth waking from anesthesia

NCT ID NCT02708836

First seen Jul 17, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Summary

This study tests a technique that uses both a laryngeal mask airway and an endotracheal tube during laparoscopic surgery to limit coughing, straining, and restlessness when patients wake from anesthesia. The approach aims to combine the secure airway of an endotracheal tube with the smoother emergence seen with a laryngeal mask. Adults undergoing elective laparoscopic surgery are eligible to participate.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
a combined airway management technique using a laryngeal mask airway (LMA) and an endotracheal tube (ETT)
What this could lead to
If successful, this technique could make waking up from anesthesia smoother and safer for patients undergoing laparoscopic surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study focused on a specific surgical setting, so results may not apply to other procedures or patient groups.

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  • Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

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    Hershey, Pennsylvania, 17033, United States

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