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Ultrasound-guided Identification of Cricoid Cartilage in Cricoid Pressure

Canada130 participantsStarted 2018-07-30

Plain-language summary

This study is aimed to provide the evidence that ultrasound-guided identification of the cricoid cartilage can improve effectiveness of cricoid pressure. Ultrasound (US) is well recognized as a technique for identifying the neck landmarks including the cricoid cartilage. Based on the potential results that may show that US could be a tool for improve the effectiveness of cricoid pressure, the investigators expect to disseminate this knowledge to be transformed in the standard technique for helping anesthesiologists and nurses to do pressure in the correct location. It is expected that the greatest impact of this study will lead to improved patient outcomes and safety, particularly in the ones with high-risk for aspiration.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients ≥ 18 years, * ASA physical status I and II, * body mass index \<28 kg/m2, * scheduled to undergo surgical procedures requiring general anesthesia and endotracheal intubation. Exclusion Criteria: * cardiac diseases, * respiratory diseases, * liver diseases, * gastroesophageal reflux symptoms, * anticipated difficult airway and/or anticipated difficult bag-mask ventilation

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

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

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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What they're measuring

Cricoid pressure effectiveness

Timeframe: 5 minutes

Trial details

NCT IDNCT03990337

SponsorMount Sinai Hospital, Canada

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2020-07

Contact for this trial

Kong Eric You-Ten, MD

416-586-4800 eric.you-ten@sinaihealthsystem.ca

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