New tracheostomy tube holder aims to cut infections and boost comfort
NCT ID NCT07701226
First seen Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests a new self-adhesive device for securing tracheostomy tubes in oral cancer patients. The device is designed to protect the skin, reduce wound infections, and make dressing changes quicker and less frequent. Researchers compare it to standard fixation methods in 150 patients to see if it improves safety, nursing efficiency, and patient comfort.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- a novel self-adhesive bidirectional tracheostomy tube fixation device
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this device could reduce wound infections, skin damage, and discomfort for patients who need a tracheostomy tube, while also making care faster and easier for nurses.
- What could go wrong
- This is a single-center trial with 150 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The device may not significantly improve outcomes compared to standard care.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200011, China
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