Comparison of I-gel and I-gel Plus in Elderly Patients (NCT07125677) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Comparison of I-gel and I-gel Plus in Elderly Patients
South Korea43 participantsStarted 2025-11-17
Plain-language summary
This study compares the airway sealing pressure between I-gel® and I-gel plus® in elderly patients (aged 65-85) undergoing general anesthesia. I-gel® is a supraglottic airway device with a non-inflatable cuff, and I-gel plus® is an improved version with a larger gastric drainage channel, enhanced airway tube, and longer cuff tip for better sealing. The study aims to evaluate differences in sealing pressure and other performance metrics in this population, where anatomical changes may affect device efficacy.
Who can participate
Age range
65 Years – 85 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients aged 65-85 years with ASA physical status I-III.
* Scheduled for elective surgery under general anesthesia lasting less than 3 hours.
Exclusion Criteria:
* High risk of aspiration (history of gastrectomy, BMI \>35 kg/m², gastroesophageal reflux disease, hiatal hernia).
* Poor dental status preventing I-gel fixation.
* Cervical spine instability.
* Anatomical abnormalities in mouth or larynx, or high risk of respiratory complications (asthma, COPD, recent pneumonia).
* Pregnancy.
* Other cases deemed inappropriate by the investigator.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
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?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
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?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Airway Sealing Pressure
Timeframe: During surgery, immediately after each device insertion