Can a simple neck measurement predict a tough airway?
NCT ID NCT07547943
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study will test whether measuring the height from chin to neck (thyromental height) or using ultrasound to see neck tissues can better predict when placing a breathing tube will be hard. Researchers will watch 240 adults having planned surgery under general anesthesia. The goal is to find a quick, non-invasive way to spot potential airway problems before they happen.
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 successful, this could lead to a simple, reliable way to predict difficult airways before surgery, improving patient safety.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures prediction accuracy, and results may not apply to all patients or settings.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Bursa City Hospital
Bursa, Nilüfer, 16110, Turkey (Türkiye)
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