Electric pacing device aims to restore breathing and voice in paralyzed larynx patients
NCT ID NCT04028674
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 13, 2026 · Updated 33 times
Summary
This study tests a new device that electrically stimulates the voice box muscles in people with bilateral vocal fold paralysis, a condition where both vocal cords are stuck closed. The main goal is to see if the device is safe and can improve breathing and voice quality. Eight adults will be implanted with the device and monitored for changes in airflow, voice, and exercise ability.
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States
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