Ultrasound check to spot swallowing trouble after ICU care
Part of Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This trial tests whether bedside ultrasound can help identify people at risk for swallowing problems that can start after time in the ICU and on a breathing machine. If you’re at risk early, the goal is to guide the care team to take steps sooner to prevent complications.
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Who can take part
- You are an adult (age 18 or older)
- You have been on a breathing machine (mechanical ventilation) for at least 48 hours
- You are covered by national health insurance
- You have not had swallowing problems diagnosed before
- Your swallowing risk is not caused by a nerve/muscle illness like stroke or ALS
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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