New artificial larynx aims to restore swallowing in small early trial

NCT ID NCT00576134

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This early-phase study tested a special artificial larynx with valves in 10 adults who had severe swallowing troubles, often after throat cancer. The goal was to see if the device could help them swallow safely and possibly allow them to close their tracheotomy tube. The study focused on breathing function and used a camera to check the throat, but it was very small and early-stage, so results are limited.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Deglutition Disorders laryngeal disorder laryngeal neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Service d'ORL et de Chirurgie Cervico-Faciale, Hôpital de Hautepierre, 1 avenue Molière

    Strasbourg, 67098, France