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Bedside ultrasound could predict breathing problems when removing tracheostomy tubes

NCT ID NCT07306091

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Uludag University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a bedside ultrasound can predict breathing problems before removing a tracheostomy tube in critically ill patients. Researchers will measure vocal cord movement and airflow in 107 ICU patients and compare ultrasound results with standard exams. The goal is to see if ultrasound can safely guide the decision to remove the tube.

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Active substance
ultrasound device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could make removing tracheostomy tubes safer and more predictable for critically ill patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 107 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. Ultrasound may not detect all airway problems.

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Participants

About 107 people

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Started

Jul 2024

Expected to finish

Feb 2026

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

critically ill patients whom suitable for decanulation after tracheostomy

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Inclusion Criterias 1. Critically ill patients (CIPs) who are receiving treatment within the specified time period and who require a tracheostomy. 2. Critically ill patients who are suitable for decannulation (underwent spontaneous breathing trials with the use of CPAP ( CPAP level of maximum 6 cm of water and maximum 10 cm of water pressure support at least 24 hours ). 3. Critically ill patients with intact swallowing reflexes ( patients were first examined for GAG reflexes, followed by ultrasonography; changes in muscle length and contraction velocity during swallowing were measured in a sagittal section using a convex probe , 4. CIPs with GCS\>8. Exclusion Criteria: 1.Critically ill patients under 18 years of age. 2.Critically ill patients who do not require tracheostomy. 3.Critically ill patients who are spontaneously breathing and can be weaned off the ventilator for \<24 hours 4.Critically ill patients with GCS \< 8. 5.Critically ill patients with absent swallowing reflexes \-

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  • Uludag Universty Faculty of MedicineDepartment of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Bursa, Turkey

    Bursa, 16140, Turkey (Türkiye)

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