Left or right nostril? study tests which causes fewer nosebleeds
NCT ID NCT06605989
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether inserting a breathing tube through the left or right nostril causes fewer nosebleeds in adults having planned surgery. Researchers will compare nosebleed rates between the two nostrils in 208 participants. The goal is to find a simple way to reduce a common complication of this procedure.
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 it works, this could help doctors choose the best nostril to reduce nosebleeds during breathing tube insertion.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study focused on a common side effect, not a new treatment. Results may not apply to all patients or change practice significantly.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Gangnam Severance Hospital
RECRUITINGSeoul, Gangnam-gu, 06273, South Korea
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Seoul Metropolitan Government Seoul National University Boramae Medical Center
RECRUITINGSeoul, Dongjak-gu, 07061, South Korea
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