Effects of Tracheostomy Decannulation on Respiratory Function
Recruiting
Observational Study
Tracheostomy Decannulation
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 100 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Capital Medical University · Other
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About This Trial
This single-center prospective study enrolls adult patients with long-term tracheostomy who are ready for tube removal (decannulation). Twenty-four hours before decannulation, each participant will receive three physiologic tests-breathing through the tracheostomy tube, breathing with a one-way speaking valve, and breathing with the tube capped. Standard pulmonary-function and arterial-blood-gas m…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Age ≥ 18 years.
* Tracheostomised patient whose primary illness is stable and who is scheduled for elective decannulation in the rehabilitation unit.
* Able to tolerate a one-way speaking valve for ≥ 4 h on the day before planned decannulation.
* Capable of following instructi…
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