World-First larynx transplant trial offers new hope for silent patients

NCT ID NCT02821299

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

Summary

This pilot study will test laryngeal transplantation in 3 adults who have permanently lost the ability to speak, breathe, or swallow normally due to severe larynx damage. The goal is to restore these functions using a donor larynx, with a new nerve reconnection technique to improve outcomes. Patients will need lifelong immunosuppressive drugs to prevent rejection, so the procedure is reserved for those with no other treatment options.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Respiratory Aspiration

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Centre de soins de suite et de réadaptation fonctionnelle - SSR Val Rosay

    RECRUITING

    Saint-Didier-au-Mont-d'Or, 69370, France

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  • Service ORL & Chirurgie Cervicofaciale - Hôpital Charles Nicolle - CHU Rouen

    RECRUITING

    Rouen, 76000, France

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  • Service d'Urologie et Chirurgie de la Transplantation - Hôpital Edouard Herriot - Hospices Civils de Lyon

    RECRUITING

    Lyon, 69003, France

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