McGrath Videolaryngoscopy and Direct Laryngoscopy in Morbidly Obese Patients (NCT03467048) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
McGrath Videolaryngoscopy and Direct Laryngoscopy in Morbidly Obese Patients
United States130 participantsStarted 2018-07-24
Plain-language summary
Our goal is to compare conventional direct laryngoscopy using a Macintosh blade with the McGrath videolaryngoscope for endotracheal intubation in very morbidly obese patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery. Specifically, we propose to test the primary hypotheses that videolaryngoscopy improves visualization of the vocal cords, defined with modified Cormack and Lehane classification, compared to direct laryngoscopy.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 99 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Elective surgery requiring oral endotracheal intubation for general anesthesia;
* Anticipated extubation in the operating room;
* American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status 1-3;
* Age between 18 and 99 years;
* Body Mass index ≥ 40 kg/m2.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Refusal of participation by attending anesthesiologist;
* Indicated rapid sequence induction for any reason including, but not limited to high risk of aspiration
* Indicated fiberoptic awake intubation.
Questions worth asking your doctor
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
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