Study #2019-0583
The Use of a Second-Generation Laryngeal Mask Airway versus Endotracheal Tube in Obese Patients
MD Anderson Study Status
Not Accepting
Treatment Agent
Description
This prospective, randomized, comparative study is intended to enroll a total of 148 patients with a BMI 30-49.9 kg/m2 undergoing surgery at Parkland Hospital. The efficacy and performance of a second-generation LMA will be compared to endotracheal intubation. A standardized anesthetic protocol that is usual and customary for the type of operation the patient is having will be provided to the anesthesia teams of enrolled subjects. The remainder of the anesthetic care of the subject will not deviate from the standard of care.
Resources and Links
Phone Number: 1-877-MDA-6789
Information and next steps
Disease:
Obese;Endotracheal Tube;Laryngeal Mask Airway
Study phase:
Not applicable
Physician name:
Spencer Kee
Department:
Anesthesiology & PeriOper Med
For general questions about clinical trials:
1-877-632-6789
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