Comparing two voice prostheses for people after laryngectomy
Part of Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This study compares a new voice prosthesis (ActiValve) with standard voice prostheses to see which one works better for people who have had a total laryngectomy and use a tracheoesophageal puncture to speak.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You have had a total laryngectomy (removal of your voice box) and have a tracheoesophageal puncture (a small opening for a voice prosthesis).
- You are currently using or ready to be fitted with an indwelling voice prosthesis.
- You have no signs of cancer in your head or neck, and it has been at least 6 months since your cancer treatment.
- Your voice prosthesis tract is between 4.5 and 12.5 mm in size.
- You have not had frequent leaks around the voice prosthesis, voice prosthesis falling out, or early leaks within the past year.
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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