Status:

RECRUITING

Pilot Study of Throat Packs Soaked in Gengigel Spray in Patients Undergoing Elective Surgery

Lead Sponsor:

University of Malaya

Conditions:

Throat, Sore

Eligibility:

All Genders

18-60 years

Phase:

EARLY_PHASE1

Brief Summary

Throat packs are commonly used in many surgical procedures involving the oral cavity and pharynx, primarily to prevent blood, saliva, and other debris from entering the lower respiratory tract, thereb...

Detailed Description

Using throat packs is a standard practice in surgeries involving the oral cavity, pharynx, and upper airway to prevent the aspiration of blood and other debris, which could lead to postoperative compl...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Classified as ASA I-II, indicating a relatively low risk of complications from anesthesia
  • Aged between 18 and 60 years, which represents a typical adult surgical population
  • Both male and female patients, ensuring gender inclusivity and representation in the study findings

Exclusion

  • Existing sore throat prior to surgery, which could affect the baseline measurement of postoperative sore throat.
  • Anticipation of a difficult airway, as these patients may require specialized intubation techniques that are not standardized across the study.
  • More than two attempts at endotracheal tube (ETT) insertion, as multiple attempts could cause additional trauma and skew the study outcomes.
  • Any trauma occurring during intubation, which could independently contribute to postoperative sore throat and other complications

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

February 12 2025

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ESTIMATED

End Date :

August 12 2025

Estimated Enrollment :

60 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT06947161

Start Date

February 12 2025

End Date

August 12 2025

Last Update

April 27 2025

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Sabreena Ismail

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 50603