Bedside ultrasound could predict breathing problems when removing tracheostomy tubes

NCT ID NCT07306091

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

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.

What this could mean

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

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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Contacts and locations

Locations

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

    Bursa, 16140, Turkey (Türkiye)

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