Smartwatch tech could take the guesswork out of tracheostomy tube removal

NCT ID NCT07198425

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Bin Zhang Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 36 times

Summary

This study will monitor 120 tracheostomy patients using wearable devices to track physiological signals like heart rate and breathing patterns. The goal is to see if these signals can predict whether a patient will successfully have their breathing tube removed without needing it reinserted within 48 hours. Researchers hope to build a model that helps doctors make safer decisions about decannulation.

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What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this could lead to a simple, wearable-based tool to help doctors decide when it's safe to remove a tracheostomy tube, reducing failed attempts and complications.

What could go wrong

This is an early observational study, not a treatment trial. The predictive model may not be accurate enough for widespread use, and results may not apply to all patients.

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