New airway device could make anesthesia safer by allowing easy tube swaps

NCT ID NCT04498598

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a modified supraglottic airway device that lets doctors switch between mask and tube ventilation without using a catheter. The goal is to improve safety during general anesthesia. About 100 adults having planned surgery will take part.

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Active substance: A/Z modified supraglottic airway device
What this could lead to: If successful, this device could make switching between ventilation modes during anesthesia safer and easier, reducing risks like low oxygen or breathing problems.
What could go wrong: This is a small early-stage study (100 people) testing a device modification. It may not work as intended or may not be safer than current methods.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Hypoventilation Hypoxia Respiratory Aspiration

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AIRWAY COMPLICATION OF ANESTHESIA HYPOVENTILATION HYPOXIA VENTILATION THERAPY; COMPLICATIONS

New airway device could make anesthesia safer by allowing easy tube swaps

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