Ultrasound vs. speech therapists: Who's better at removing feeding tubes?
NCT ID NCT06877897
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two methods for deciding when to remove a nasogastric (feeding) tube in adults recovering from swallowing problems. One method uses an ultrasound to measure throat movement, while the other relies on a speech-language pathologist's clinical exam. Researchers will see which approach leads to more successful tube removal and fewer complications like choking or pneumonia.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 150 people
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- Started
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Feb 2025
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18 and above * Patients using a nasogastric tube * Patients with a nasogastric tube placed due to acute conditions, such as increased oxygen demand, temporary loss of consciousness, or other illnesses causing weakness and a risk of aspiration. After treatment, there is no longer any indication for continued nasogastric tube placement. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with impaired consciousness * Patients with long-term nasogastric tube placement * Patients requiring a high-concentration oxygen mask or mechanical ventilation with intubation * Patients with significant drooling or frequent aspiration of saliva * Patients who have undergone oral or head and neck surgery * Patients who have received radiation therapy for the head and neck
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Locations
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National Taiwan University Hospital
Taipei, Taipei, 100225, Taiwan
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