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Can a smart breathing device make life with a tracheostomy more comfortable?

NCT ID NCT07798414

Symptom relief Sponsor: University of South Florida Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 01, 2026 · Last updated Sep 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether the TrachPhone, a device that adds heat and moisture to the air you breathe, can improve comfort and lung recovery in people who have a tracheostomy after head and neck cancer surgery. Half of the 80 participants will use the TrachPhone, while the other half will receive standard care with a trach collar. Researchers will measure patient satisfaction using a questionnaire and track lung function during the hospital stay.

What this could mean

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Active substance
TrachPhone Heat Moisture Exchanger (HME), a device that adds heat and moisture to breathed air, with a speaking valve and ports for oxygen and suctioning
What this could lead to
If it works, the TrachPhone could become a standard option for people with a tracheostomy after head and neck cancer surgery, making breathing more comfortable and supporting lung recovery.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage trial with only 80 participants, so the results may not apply to everyone. The device may not improve satisfaction or lung function enough to justify its use, and some patients may find it difficult to put on or take off.

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Study facts

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Phase

Phase 1/2

Runs two stages together: safety and dose first, then whether the treatment works.

Participants

About 80 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Oct 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Jan 2028

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients over 18 years old with diagnosis of head and neck cancer who received a tracheostomy after their surgery in the acute care setting. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with head and neck cancer who did not receive a tracheostomy in the post-operative period. * Patients with tracheostomy on mechanical ventilation in the post-operative period. * Patients who are unable to don on/off the TrachPhone HME. * Patients who has a cuffed tracheostomy.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

head and neck cancer Head and Neck Neoplasms Patient Satisfaction

As listed by the trial registrant

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Patient satisfaction Pulmonary rehabilitation

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Tampa General Hospital

    Tampa, Florida, 33626, United States

  • University of South Florida

    Tampa, Florida, 33626, United States

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