CompletedNot Applicable

Novel SaCoVLM™ Video Laryngeal Mask Airway as an Intubation Conduit in Morbidly Obese Bariatric Surgery

China57 participantsStarted 2022-05-01

Plain-language summary

Background: The SaCoVLM™ video laryngeal mask is a novel video-assisted device that integrates the functions of both a dual-channel laryngeal mask airway (LMA) and an intubating laryngeal mask airway (ILMA). At present, there are relatively few studies on awake airway management for obese patients who undergo laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG). To evaluate the efficacy and safety of the SaCoVLM™ video laryngeal mask airway as an intubation conduit in morbidly obese patients undergoing laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. Patients and methods: This single-arm prospective study evaluated the efficacy and safety of the SaCoVLM™ video laryngeal mask airway in 57 morbidly obese patients (BMI ≥35 kg/m²) undergoing LSG.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion criteria

. Adult patients aged over 18 years (no upper age limit)
. Diagnosed with morbid obesity, clinically defined as either:

Exclusion criteria

. Have no clinical indicators of anticipated difficult airway (Mallampati classification IV, thyromental distance \< 6 cm, mouth opening \< 3 cm, severe limited neck extension, or a history of difficult airway management)
. Demonstrate tolerance for laparoscopic surgery and anesthesia
. Be scheduled exclusively for LSG without concurrent additional procedures

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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What they're measuring

the first-time success rate of intubation after insertion of SaCoVLM™

Timeframe: Within 10 minutes following SaCoVLM™ placement

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07573813

SponsorYongtao Sun

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2023-05-20

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