A randomized controlled trial comparing nociception level (NOL) index, blood pressure, and heart rate responses to direct laryngoscopy versus videolaryngoscopy for intubation: the NOLint project

ConclusionLaryngoscopy alone with GVL induces less nociception than with MAC. The NOL was more sensitive than HR at detecting nociceptive responses to MACvs GVL. Additionally, and irrespective of which technique/blade was used, the combination of laryngoscopy + tracheal intubation produced a much greater nociceptive response than the laryngoscopy alone.Trial registrationwww.clinicaltrials.gov (NCT03277872); registered 29 August 2017.
Source: Canadian Journal of Anesthesia - Category: Anesthesiology Source Type: research