Assessing sarcopenia and nutrition in patients with tracheostomy during rehabilitation

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to evaluate the relationship between sarcopenia, measured through handgrip strength and bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), and the time taken for decannulation in patients undergoing respiratory rehabilitation after tracheostomy. Additionally, it will explore the impact of malnutrition risk and nutritional status on decannulation time, as well as the composition of gut microbiota. The study will involve collecting data from patients in a specialized rehabilitation unit to identify potential associations that could inform future interventions.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Signed informed consent from patients or legal guardians for patients unfit to plead
* Presence of tracheostomy at admission

Exclusion Criteria:

* Refusal
* Pregnancy
* Pace maker/implantable cardioverter
* No legal guardians for patients unfit to plead

Where it's running

• Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi
  Florence, Italy, Italy Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Chiara F Gheri, MD — Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi ETS
• Study coordinator: Chiara F Gheri, MD
• Email: cgheri@dongnocchi.it
• Phone: 00390557393612

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.