Hands-Free anesthesia: no mask needed?

NCT ID NCT03554863

First seen Apr 19, 2026 · Last updated May 10, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested whether a device that delivers warm, moist oxygen through the nose (Optiflow) could replace the traditional face mask during the start of anesthesia. Sixty adults having surgery with general anesthesia took part. The goal was to see if this method could make the process easier for both patients and doctors by avoiding the need for a tight-fitting mask and manual ventilation.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CMC Ambroise Paré

    Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France Region, 92200, France

  • Hôpital Foch

    Suresnes, Île-de-France Region, 92151, France

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