Bedside ultrasound could predict breathing problems when removing tracheostomy tubes
NCT ID NCT07306091
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
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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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Uludag Universty Faculty of MedicineDepartment of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Bursa, Turkey
Bursa, 16140, Turkey (Türkiye)
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