Major study to test if video laryngoscopes improve First-Attempt success in Kids' intubation
NCT ID NCT07495436
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two ways doctors place a breathing tube in children during surgery: using a video laryngoscope (camera) versus a direct laryngoscope (no camera). It aims to see which method leads to success on the first try, reducing risks like low oxygen or injury. About 5,562 children aged 0-16 years having scheduled surgery will take part.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 5,562 people
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- Expected to start
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May 2026
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- Expected to finish
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Dec 2027
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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0 days to 16 hours
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Paediatric patients (age 0-16 years), * Undergoing elective or scheduled surgery under general anaesthesia requiring orotracheal intubation, * Planned tracheal intubation using either videolaryngoscopy or direct laryngoscopy as the initial technique, * Informed or general consent given, according to the relevant ethics committee statement,. Exclusion Criteria: * Known upper airway anatomical abnormalities or clinical conditions requiring a specific intubation technique (e.g., fibreoptic intubation), * Requirement for emergent tracheal intubation that does not allow adequate randomisation, * Refusal of parents or legal guardians to participate in the study.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hospital Clínico Universitario de Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela, A CORUÑA, 15706, Spain
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