Comparing Success Rates of Video and Direct Laryngoscopy for Endotracheal Intubation in First-Year Anesthesiology Residents

What this Trial Is About

This research investigates airway management techniques used by anesthesiology residents during endotracheal intubation, a critical skill for surgery, intensive care, and emergency medicine. The study compares traditional direct laryngoscopy with newer video laryngoscopy technology, aiming to evaluate the learning progress and first-pass success rates of trainees using these methods. The trial highlights the importance of structured training given the variety of available video laryngoscopes and the potential impact on reducing complications associated with airway management. Participants are randomly assigned to two groups one using direct laryngoscopy and the other using video laryngoscopy for intubation. The study tracks residents as they perform up to 200 intubations, focusing on their success rates and any complications encountered. The intervention involves hands-on training and practical application of either device as part of their anesthesiology education. Throughout the study, researchers observe and record outcomes such as first-pass success during intubation, complication rates like oxygen desaturation or tissue trauma, number of attempts, use of specific airway maneuvers, and visibility scores during laryngoscopy. These assessments occur directly during intubation procedures. The study also analyzes the relationship between training level and success, aiming to improve future airway management training programs. Participation lasts through the course of the residents 200 intubations with ongoing monitoring.

Success Rates of Video- vs. Direct Laryngoscopy for Endotracheal Intubation in Anesthesiology Residents: A Randomized Controlled Trial" (The JuniorDoc-VL-Trial)