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Hypoxemia During SurgeryNCT07673042

Effect of Preoxygenation Position and Examination Position on Hypoxemia During Painless Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

A study testing Pre-oxygenation Position (left lateral position), Examination Position(left lateral position ) and Pre-oxygenation Position( left lateral head elevation in a 30-degree position) in people with Hypoxemia During Surgery, run by General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University at 1 site in China.

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Trial summary

To investigate the independent effects and interaction of pre-oxygenation position (left lateral vs left lateral with 30° head-up tilt) and examination position (left lateral vs left lateral with 30° head-up tilt) on hypoxemia during painless gastroscopy and colonoscopy using a 2×2 factorial design. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 to 75 years
Conditions the study is for
Hypoxemia During Surgery
What is being tested?
Pre-oxygenation Position (left lateral position), Examination Position(left lateral position ) and Pre-oxygenation Position( left lateral head elevation in a 30-degree position)
Type of treatment
Surgery or procedure
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
208 participants
Where
1 siteChina
Study dates
23 Jun 2026to 31 Aug 2026
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
Not yet: the study is under way

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 to 75 years
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • Aged 18 to 75 years, regardless of gender
  • Body mass index (BMI): 18.5 - 35 kg/m²
  • ASA physical status class I, II or III
  • Scheduled for painless gastroscopy, painless colonoscopy, or combined painless gastroenteroscopy
  • Able to understand the study procedure and provide written informed consent

Who cannot join

  • Severe cardiopulmonary diseases, including severe COPD, heart failure, severe arrhythmia and pulmonary hypertension
  • Difficult airway identified before anesthesia
  • Severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
  • Spinal or thoracic deformity
  • Preoperative baseline hypoxemia
  • Known allergy to any anesthetic drugs used in this study
  • Pregnant females
  • Unable to cooperate with required intraoperative body position

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.

xiaoyong wei, Master's degree contact

86-951-674-3252

weixy9912@126.com

China1 site
  • General hospital of Ningxia medical university

    Yinchuan, Ningxia, 750001

    xiaoyong wei, Master's degree, 86-951-674-3252, weixy9912@126.cm

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About this study

Official title: Effect of Preoxygenation Position and Examination Position on Hypoxemia During Painless Gastrointestinal Endoscopy: A 2×2 Factorial Randomized Controlled Trial

To investigate the independent effects and interaction of pre-oxygenation position (left lateral vs left lateral with 30° head-up tilt) and examination position (left lateral vs left lateral with 30° head-up tilt) on hypoxemia during painless gastroscopy and colonoscopy using a 2×2 factorial design.

Read the detailed description

Painless gastroscopy and colonoscopy represent core minimally invasive techniques for colorectal cancer screening and the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases. By utilizing intravenous sedation to ensure a pain-free experience, these procedures are widely adopted in clinical practice. However, perioperative hypoxemia remains the most common and critical safety complication during sedation for endoscopy. It is primarily caused by anesthesia-induced respiratory depression, tongue base collapse, airway obstruction, diaphragmatic compression, and restricted thoracic movement, with significantly elevated risks observed in obese, elderly, snoring, and short-necked patients.

Hypoxemia may trigger bradycardia, arrhythmias, myocardial ischemia, and cerebral hypoxia. In severe cases, it can lead to apnea, laryngospasm, and forced termination of the procedure, making it a key indicator in endoscopic anesthesia quality control.

Pre-oxygenation is a fundamental measure to increase functional residual capacity (FRC) and prolong the safe apneic time prior to induction, thereby preventing hypoxemia. The examination position directly determines airway patency, mandibular relaxation, diaphragmatic position, and thoracic compliance throughout the procedure. Both are critical, controllable factors regulating perioperative oxygenation. Studies have confirmed that the left lateral position reduces the incidence of hypoxemia, while the left lateral position with 30° head elevation effectively relaxes the mandible, alleviates tongue base collapse, reduces abdominal organ pressure on the diaphragm, and improves ventilation and oxygenation by increasing FRC.

Current research largely focuses on either the pre-oxygenation position or the examination position in isolation, presenting notable limitations: first, the interaction between these two positions has not been evaluated, leaving the synergistic or antagonistic effects of combined interventions unclear; second, there is a lack of efficient validation using a factorial design, which is necessary to simultaneously analyze the main effects and interactions of both independent variables.

Addressing these clinical challenges and research gaps, this study employs a 2×2 factorial randomized controlled design. With pre-oxygenation position and examination position serving as the two intervention factors, the study aims to explore the individual and combined effects of both factors on perioperative hypoxemia. The objective is to identify the optimal positional combination, establish standardized and generalizable positioning protocols for painless endoscopy, accurately reduce the incidence of hypoxemia, enhance the precision of anesthesia management, and provide high-level evidence to guide clinical practice.

Being tested
Pre-oxygenation Position (left lateral position), Examination Position(left lateral position ), Pre-oxygenation Position( left lateral head elevation in a 30-degree position), Examination Position(left lateral head elevation in a 30-degree position)

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Pre-oxygenation Position (left lateral position)Procedure or surgery

    Also called left lateral position

    An angle measuring device is placed beside the head of the examination bed to enable precise adjustment of the head position. Pre-oxygenation phase: Administer pure oxygen via a standardized mask with tight fit, at a flow rate of 6 L/min; instruct the patient to take deep breaths while receiving continuous oxygen for 3 minutes, maintaining the same body position throughout. If the position is altered during this phase, discontinue the procedure. Left lateral pre-oxygenation: The patient assumes a left lateral position on a horizontal bed surface with the head elevated at 0°, supported by pillows to maintain a neutral spine position and avoid excessive neck extension or flexion.

  • Examination Position(left lateral position )Procedure or surgery

    Also called Left lateral position

    Examination Phase: From the initiation of anesthesia and endoscope insertion until completion of the procedure, the patient's position and head-of-bed angle must remain fixed throughout; any adjustments are prohibited during this phase. If the position is altered midway through the examination, the patient will be excluded from the study. Left lateral position examination: The patient assumes a 90-degree left lateral position on a horizontal bed surface with the head of the bed elevated to 0°, supported by pillows to maintain a neutral spinal alignment, avoiding excessive neck extension or flexion.

  • Pre-oxygenation Position( left lateral head elevation in a 30-degree position)Procedure or surgery

    Also called left lateral head elevation in a 30-degree position

    An angle measuring device is placed beside the head of the examination bed to allow precise adjustment of the head position. Pre-oxygenation phase: The patient receives pure oxygen via a standardized mask with tight fit, at a flow rate of 6 L/min; they are instructed to take deep breaths while receiving continuous oxygen for 3 minutes, maintaining the same body position throughout. If the position is altered during this phase, the procedure is discontinued. Left-sided head elevation (30°): During pre-oxygenation, the patient lies in a left lateral position on a horizontal bed surface with the head elevated by 30°, supported by pillows to maintain a neutral spinal alignment and prevent excessive neck extension or flexion.

  • Examination Position(left lateral head elevation in a 30-degree position)Procedure or surgery

    Also called left lateral head elevation in a 30-degree position

    Examination Phase: From the initiation of anesthesia and endoscope insertion until completion of the procedure, the patient's position and head-of-bed angle must remain fixed throughout; any adjustments are prohibited during this phase. If the position is altered midway through the examination, the patient will be excluded from the study. Left lateral decubitus examination: The patient assumes a left lateral position on a horizontal bed surface with the head elevated at 30°, supported by a pillow to maintain a neutral spinal alignment, avoiding excessive neck extension or flexion.

Study groups in NCT07673042
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Group A1B1 (traditional conventional group)Active comparatorPre-oxygenated left lateral position + examination in left lateral position
Receives: Procedure: Pre-oxygenation Position (left lateral position); Procedure: Examination Position(left lateral position )
Group A1B2 (improved examination group)ExperimentalLeft lateral position with pre-oxygenation + left head elevated 30° during examination
Receives: Procedure: Pre-oxygenation Position (left lateral position); Procedure: Examination Position(left lateral head elevation in a 30-degree position)
Group A2B1 (pre-oxygenation improvement group)ExperimentalLeft-sided head position at 30°, pre-oxygenated air administration + examination in left lateral decubitus position
Receives: Procedure: Examination Position(left lateral position ); Procedure: Pre-oxygenation Position( left lateral head elevation in a 30-degree position)
Group A2B2 (double-position improvement group)ExperimentalLeft-sided head height at 30 weeks: pre-oxygenated condition + left-sided head height at 30 weeks examination
Receives: Procedure: Pre-oxygenation Position( left lateral head elevation in a 30-degree position); Procedure: Examination Position(left lateral head elevation in a 30-degree position)

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Incidence of hypoxemia

    Incidence of SpO₂ ≤ 90% for >10 seconds during the examination.

    Measured: During procedure

Secondary outcomes (12)
  1. Safe duration of pre-oxygenation

    Time from cessation of oxygen administration (start of anesthesia induction) to first SpO₂ <92% for ≥3 seconds. If no desaturation occurs, the value equals the duration from oxygen cessation to end of procedure (right-censored).

    Measured: During procedure

  2. Incidence of subclinical respiratory depression

    Defined as the proportion of participants experiencing SpO₂ between 90% and 95% (inclusive) at any time during the examination.

    Measured: During procedure

  3. Requirement for jaw thrust

    Number of participants requiring manual jaw thrust to relieve airway obstruction during the examination.

    Measured: During procedure

  4. Requirement for nasal cannula oxygen

    Number of participants requiring oxygen supplementation via nasal cannula during the examination.

    Measured: During procedure

  5. Requirement for increased oxygen flow

    Number of participants requiring an increase in oxygen flow rate during the examination.

    Measured: During procedure

  6. Requirement for mask ventilation

    Number of participants requiring bag-mask ventilation during the examination.

    Measured: During procedure

  7. Requirement for endotracheal intubation

    Number of participants requiring endotracheal intubation during the examination.

    Measured: During procedure

  8. Incidence of airway intervention

    Proportion of participants requiring any airway intervention (jaw thrust, nasal cannula, increased flow, mask ventilation, or intubation)

    Measured: During procedure

  9. Severity of coughing

    Assessed using a 4-grade scale: Grade I (none), Grade II (single mild episode), Grade III (multiple episodes <15s), Grade IV (continuous >15s)

    Measured: During procedure

  10. Length of stay in recovery room

    Time from arrival to discharge from the recovery room (maximum observation 30 minutes)

    Measured: Up to 30 minutes post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) admission

  11. Endoscopist satisfaction score

    Assessed using a Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) ranging from 0 to 10, with higher scores indicating greater satisfaction.

    Measured: During procedure

  12. Incidence of postoperative nausea, vomiting, headache, and dizziness

    Proportion of participants experiencing nausea, vomiting, headache, or dizziness after awakening in the recovery room.

    Measured: Up to 30 minutes post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) admission

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted29 Jun 2026
  2. Study start23 Jun 2026 (estimated)
  3. Primary completion31 Jul 2026 (estimated)
  4. Study completion31 Aug 2026 (estimated)

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More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Prevention
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Masking
Single blind
Who is masked
Participant
Enrolment
208 participants (estimated)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT07673042
Sponsor's protocol ID
dywe0003
Status last verified
Jun 2026
First submitted
15 Jun 2026
Last updated
29 Jun 2026
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing Pre-oxygenation Position (left lateral position), Examination Position(left lateral position ) and Pre-oxygenation Position( left lateral head elevation in a 30-degree position) in people with Hypoxemia During Surgery, run by General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University at 1 site in China.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 5 inclusion and 8 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: opening soon, as of the sponsor's last update on 29 Jun 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in China. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

Contact xiaoyong wei, Master's degree (86-951-674-3252, weixy9912@126.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Incidence of hypoxemia (time frame: During procedure). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 29 Jun 2026.

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