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Full-wrap Versus Conventional Suspension for Reducing Soft Palate Injury Rate
Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University
Summary
This study aims to evaluate whether the use of full-wrap suspension, compared with the traditional double-strap suspension, can effectively reduce the risk of intraoperative and postoperative soft palate injury in transoral/transnasal pharyngeal surgery. Through a prospective, multicenter, randomized controlled design, this study will provide evidence-based support for the clinical promotion and standardized application of full-wrap suspension.
Official title: Full-wrap Versus Conventional Suspension for Reducing Soft Palate Injury Rate in Transoral Surgery: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
2 Years - 70 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
138
Start Date
2026-04-30
Completion Date
2027-10-31
Last Updated
2026-05-08
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Intraoperative soft palate suspension using the double-strap method.
The double-strap suspension method is used intraoperatively. Thin straps are inserted into both nasal cavities, pulled out through the oral cavity, then connected and fixed at both ends to lift the soft palate and ensure adequate exposure of the nasopharynx.
Intraoperative soft palate suspension using the full-wrap method.
The full-wrap suspension method is used. The fixation string attached to one end of the full-wrap protective sleeve is inserted through the nasal cavity, pulled out through the choanae (posterior nares), and then connected to the main body of the sleeve. The main body is then inserted through the oral cavity, moved into position around the soft palate, adjusted and fixed to suspend the soft palate and expose the nasopharynx.
Locations (1)
Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University
Zhuhai, Guangdong, China