Clinical Research Directory

INTUPROS 2-3: Improving First-Pass Intubation Success and Reducing Complications in ICU Patients

This national, multicenter, prospective cohort study aims to determine the prevalence and risk factors associated with major peri-intubation complications in critically ill adult patients undergoing tracheal intubation in intensive care units (ICUs), and to compare these findings with those previously reported in the INTUPROS 1 study. Additionally, the study will evaluate the impact of a structured educational intervention on airway management practices and clinical outcomes through a pre- and post-intervention design

Comparison of Awake Tracheal Intubation Methods

The aim of this study was to compare three different awake tracheal intubation technique -fiberoptic bronchoscopy (ATI:FB), videolaryngoscopy (ATI:VL), and fiberoptic bronchoscopy via a supraglottic airway device (ATI:SAD)- in terms of success rates, intubation times, and complications. Additionally, the study aims to evaluate the reliability of the SAD-assisted ATI method and its potential to contribute to the literature.

The Insertion of I-gel and Classic LMA in Different Head Positions in Elderly Patients

This prospective, randomized, double-blind clinical study aims to evaluate the insertion success of two supraglottic airway devices, the classic Laryngeal Mask Airway (LMA) and the I-gel, in different head and neck positions in elderly patients undergoing elective urological surgery under general anesthesia. A total of 120 patients aged over 75 years with ASA physical status I-III will be randomly assigned to one of four groups: standard position with I-gel, right lateral rotation with I-gel, standard position with classic LMA, and right lateral rotation with classic LMA. The study will compare insertion time, ease and success of placement, number of attempts, hemodynamic responses, oropharyngeal leak pressures, fiberoptic scores, and airway-related complications. The findings aim to provide clinical guidance on the optimal use of supraglottic airway devices in geriatric patients in various head positions.