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Pillow position may improve intubation success

NCT ID NCT07506655

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Institue of Trauma Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 17, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study compares two head positions (ramp vs sniffing) during breathing tube placement in adults having elective surgery. Researchers will measure how stable the heart rate and blood pressure remain, how quickly the tube is placed, and how well the vocal cords are seen. The goal is to find which position leads to fewer complications and a smoother procedure.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If this trial succeeds, it could help anesthesiologists choose the best head position for safer, faster intubation.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early study with only 2 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. It compares two common techniques, not a new treatment.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 2 people

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Started

Jan 2026

Expected to finish

Oct 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 60 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 18 and 60 years * ASA physical status I or II * Mallampati class I or II * Patients scheduled for elective surgery * BMI between 25 and 30 * Either gender Exclusion Criteria: * ASA physical status III or IV * Predicted difficult intubation (Mallampati class III or IV) * Maxillofacial trauma, tumors, or obvious malformations of the neck or face * Pregnancy * Unstable cervical spine

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Elective surgery General anesthesia

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Locations

  • Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto

    Karachi, Sindh, 74200, Pakistan

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