Tracheostomy tube type and breathing comfort in ventilator weaning
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study compares different tracheostomy tubes to see which one helps people breathe more comfortably while they are getting used to breathing on their own after being on a ventilator. It aims to find the best tube to reduce shortness of breath.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have a tracheostomy tube and are in a breathing weaning unit
- Your tracheostomy balloon is deflated for more than 6 hours a day
- You can spend at least 1 hour with a cap and phonation valve on
- You can go at least 3 hours in a row without the ventilator
- You have had some shortness of breath in the last 3 days
- You are able to answer questionnaires about your breathing
- You are not pregnant and not under legal guardianship
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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