New oxygen device could make throat surgery safer
NCT ID NCT03472118
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a device that delivers high-flow oxygen through the nose during throat surgery. The goal was to keep patients' oxygen levels safe without using a breathing tube. The trial included 29 adults in two French hospitals. The device was considered safe if blood oxygen stayed above 95% and no serious complications occurred.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Nasal High Flow Oxygen (Optiflow device)
What this could lead to
If successful, this device could offer a safer way to deliver oxygen during throat surgeries, avoiding the need for a breathing tube.
What could go wrong
The trial was terminated early with only 29 participants, so results are limited. The technique may fail if oxygen levels drop, and there is a risk of carbon dioxide buildup.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Hôpital Foch
Suresnes, Île-de-France Region, 92151, France
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Hôpital René Huguenin - Institut Curie
Saint-Cloud, Île-de-France Region, 92310, France