CompletedNot Applicable

Patient Experience Following Awake Fibreoptic Intubation Compared to Asleep Fibreoptic Intubation

United Kingdom130 participantsStarted 2019-10-10

Plain-language summary

The aim of this observational study is to explore and compare patients' experiences of asleep and awake fibreoptic intubation using a semi qualitative patient questionnaire. In particular, investigators will investigate the occurrence of negative experiences, such as distress and discomfort.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * All patients aged 18 years and above * Patients who underwent head and neck or dental surgery and required awake or asleep fibreoptic intubation * Patients who underwent elective surgery * Are able and willing to provide written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who do not consent to be part of the study * Patients below 18 years old If a translator is not available at the time, participants who cannot reasonably read and communicate in English * Those who did not undergo awake or asleep fibreoptic intubation * Those who underwent emergency surgery

What they're measuring

To assess the incidence and severity of distress experienced by patients during awake and asleep fibreoptic intubation.

Timeframe: 6 - 12 months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT04091568

SponsorUniversity Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2020-11-06

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