NCT06755853 Scale for Evaluating Oral and Pharyngolaryngeal Symptoms After General Anesthesia
| NCT ID | NCT06755853 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Nuh Naci Yazgan University |
| Condition | General Anesthesia |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 450 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-05-01 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-02-01 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.
This trial targets 450 participants in total. It began in 2025-05-01 with a primary completion date of 2026-02-01.
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Brief Summary
More than 320 million surgical procedures are performed worldwide each year, and most of these procedures are performed under general anesthesia. In such anesthesia practices, patients' airways are usually managed by endotracheal intubation (ETT) or laryngeal mask (LM). These airway management techniques can lead to various pharyngolaryngeal symptoms in the postoperative period. The most common complications include sore throat, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, and laryngeal injuries. Endotracheal intubation can cause laryngeal injuries, especially during tube placement and removal. These injuries can lead to serious complications such as edema, granuloma, thickening of the vocal cords, subluxation, and nerve palsy. The frequency of postoperative pharyngolaryngeal symptoms varies depending on the type of surgical intervention the patient has undergone, the duration of intubation, and the experience of the operators. Most pharyngolaryngeal injuries are associated with factors such as incorrect placement of the endotracheal tube, overinflation, prolonged indwelling, or incorrect use of the laryngeal mask. However, these symptoms are often considered transient and are often overlooked by patients or healthcare professionals. However, in some cases, long-term functional disorders related to voice, swallowing, and airway patency may develop. The assessment of pharyngolaryngeal symptoms is critical for more effective management of patients throughout the treatment process and for optimizing their care. Early recognition and management of these symptoms by nurses and other healthcare professionals can reduce complications and increase patient satisfaction. There is no standard scale in the literature that can assess and classify these symptoms after surgical anesthesia. Existing assessments usually address symptoms separately and are usually performed with subjective measurements. The aim of this study was to develop a scale that can more systematically assess oral and pharyngolaryngeal symptoms such as sore throat, hoarseness, and difficulty swallowing after surgical interventions. Conducting validity and reliability tests of this scale will be an important step in improving patient care during surgical procedures and managing postoperative symptoms more effectively. The aim of this study was to develop a scale to assess pharyngolaryngeal symptoms after general anesthesia and to determine its validity and reliability.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients between the ages of 18-65 * Patients who have received general anesthesia * Patients who are conscious * Patients who can communicate verbally * Patients who volunteer to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who received spinal-epidural or regional anesthesia * Patients who have any discomfort in the oral-pharynx-larynx regions * Patients who have undergone any surgical intervention in the oral-pharynx-larynx regions.
Contact & Investigator
Fadime Ertural, Lecturer
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Nuh Naci Yazgan University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06755853 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 65 Years, studying General Anesthesia. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06755853 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06755853 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at fertural@nny.edu.tr for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06755853 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Kayseri, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT06755853 clinical trial?
NCT06755853 is sponsored by Nuh Naci Yazgan University. The principal investigator is Fadime Ertural, Lecturer at Nuh Naci Yazgan University. The trial plans to enroll 450 participants.