Building a voice cohort for diagnosing and monitoring swallowing disorders using voice analysis.
A Study on Building a Voice Cohort for the Development of a Non-face-to-face Machine Learning Diagnostic and Monitoring Platform Using Voice Analysis and Various Sensors in Patients With Dysphagia.
Seoul National University Hospital · NCT05439447
This study is testing if changes in voice can help doctors diagnose and keep track of swallowing problems in patients who are having a special swallowing test.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 19 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Seoul National University Hospital (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do) |
| Trial ID | NCT05439447 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to collect data for real-time analysis and monitoring of dysphagia by measuring voice changes in patients scheduled for a video fluoroscopic swallowing test (VFSS). Participants will undergo voice recordings and sensor measurements before and after the VFSS to assess their swallowing function. The study will utilize voice analysis and various sensor data to develop a predictive voice indicator for swallowing difficulties. The research is conducted in a hospital rehabilitation department, focusing on patients who can vocalize and consent to participate.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 19 and older who are scheduled for a VFSS and can vocalize as required.
Not a fit: Patients who cannot vocalize, have skin allergies to sensors, or have significant comorbidities may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to a non-invasive method for diagnosing and monitoring swallowing disorders, improving patient care.
How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches in voice analysis for medical diagnostics have shown promise, this specific application for dysphagia is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Those who are 19 years of age or older and do not fall under the exclusion criteria * Patients scheduled for VFSS test * Patients who can record voices such as "Ah.", "Ummm\~\~\~", short sentences * Patients who can attach sensor on their throat * Those who voluntarily consent to the clinical trial Exclusion Criteria: * Those who do not agree to participate in this study * Patients who can not follow Step 1 instructions * Patients who can not vocalize or follow to speak * Patients who cannot apply the sensor due to skin allergy or hypersensitivity to sensor attachment * Other who have comorbidities (e.g., maligant tumors, blood clotting abnormalities, etc.) that are inappropriate for clinical trial participation by the judgment of the researcher 6) Other who are judged by the researcher to be unsuitable for this clinical trial.
Where this trial is running
Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine — Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea, Republic of (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Juseok Ryu, M.D, PhD
- Email: jseok337@snu.ac.kr
- Phone: +82-31-787-7739
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Deglutition Disorders