Testing a Voice Valve to Remove Breathing Tubes in Prolonged Consciousness Disorders
Part of Brain & nervous system, Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This study tests a new way to help people with long-lasting disorders of consciousness get their tracheostomy tube removed using a voice valve. If you qualify, this might help improve recovery and communication.
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Who can take part
- You must have a tracheostomy tube (a breathing tube in your neck).
- The disorder of consciousness must have lasted more than 28 days.
- The CRS-R score, which measures awareness, must be between 1 and 16.
- A legal representative must sign a consent form to participate.
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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