Lotus position boosts emergency intubation success?

NCT ID NCT07165314

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study looked at whether novice doctors can place a breathing tube more easily when they sit cross-legged (Lotus position) versus standing freely. 72 medical trainees with limited experience participated. The goal was to see if the Lotus position improves first-attempt success in challenging prehospital conditions.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève

    Geneva, Canton of Geneva, 1205, Switzerland

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