Clinical Trial

Verbal Breathing Coaching to Improve Preoxygenation and Extend Safe Apnea Time in Anesthesia

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Record status
This record was last updated May 4, 2026 (before its estimated June 25, 2026 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Summary
This study explores whether simply guiding patients to breathe slowly and calmly before anesthesia can help improve oxygen levels and keep them safe for longer during induction. The investigators included 120 participants scheduled for elective surgery, comparing routine preoxygenation with a gentle, coached breathing technique using steady inhalation and exhalation. The investigator focused mainly on how long participants could safely tolerate apnea, while also examining oxygen levels, vital signs, and anxiety.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07565259
Lead Sponsor Prince Sultan Military Medical City
Conditions Preoxygenation
Enrollment 120 participants
Start Date 2026-02-07
Primary Completion 2026-06-25 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-07-14 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-05-04