Evaluating outcomes after removing tracheal cannulas in hospitalized patients
Tracheostomy Decannulation Outcomes: A Longitudinal Observational Study
Swiss University of Speech and Language Sciences · NCT06047665
This study looks at what happens to patients after their tracheal tubes are removed to see if they face any complications and how those affect their recovery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 150 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Swiss University of Speech and Language Sciences (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Nottwil, Canton of Lucerne) |
| Trial ID | NCT06047665 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the rate of physical complications following the removal of tracheal cannulas in patients at the Swiss Paraplegic Centre Nottwil. It will track complications that may require treatment, intubation, recannulation, or could lead to death over a three-month period post-decannulation. Additionally, the study will explore the types of complications that arise both short-term and long-term, identify predictors for these complications, and gather patient perspectives on their decannulation outcomes. The approach involves collaboration with key stakeholders to ensure comprehensive evaluation and understanding of the decannulation process.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include adult in-patients (≥ 18 years) at the Swiss Paraplegic Centre who are tracheotomized and undergoing decannulation.
Not a fit: Patients who are not seeking decannulation or are planned for decannulation in a different clinic will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the management and outcomes of patients undergoing tracheostomy decannulation.
How similar studies have performed: While this study employs an integrated knowledge translation approach, similar observational studies have shown varying degrees of success in evaluating tracheostomy management.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * at the time of recruitment, tracheotomized adult in-patients (≥ 18 years) of the SPC with any medical diagnosis * decannulated in the Swiss Paraplegic Center Nottwil within the project's data collection period * German, French, Italian or English as communication language * study consent Exclusion Criteria: * patients for whom no decannulation is sought (e.g., due to degenerative illness) * patients for whom decannulation is planned in a clinic other than the SPC (e.g., patients hospitalized in the SPC for weaning only)
Where this trial is running
Nottwil, Canton of Lucerne
- Swiss Paraplegic Center Nottwil — Nottwil, Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Katharina Winiker, PhD — Swiss University of Speech and Language Sciences
- Study coordinator: Gabi Müller Verbiest, PhD
- Email: gabi.mueller@paraplegie.ch
- Phone: 41 939 55 63
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: Tracheostomy, Decannulation, Complications