Incidence of Regurgitation in Patients Undergoing Intubation in Semi-fowler v/s Supine Position in a Tertiary Care Hospital

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to compare two different body positions during intubation—semi-fowler and supine—to find the safest method to reduce the risk of aspiration pneumonia, a serious complication that can occur after general anesthesia. The study focuses on patients undergoing general anesthesia for procedures, including those with bilateral inguinal hernia. The investigation is designed as a randomized trial to determine which position better prevents the inhalation of stomach contents into the lungs. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: one group will be intubated in the supine position, and the other in the semi-fowler position. Both positions are being studied to assess their impact on the incidence of regurgitation during the induction of general anesthesia. The study will last for six months, during which data on aspiration pneumonia prevention will be collected and evaluated. During the study, researchers will monitor participants closely for signs of aspiration pneumonia and other complications. Evaluations will include clinical assessments related to the safety and effectiveness of intubation positions. The study will also collect information on participants' ability to communicate verbally before the procedure. Participants can expect to be involved from the time of anesthesia induction through follow-up during the six-month period to assess the primary outcome of aspiration pneumonia prevention.

Incidence of Regurgitation in Patients Undergoing Intubation in Semi-fowler v/s Supine Position