Investigating swallowing difficulties after neck surgery

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 research project aims to assess the incidence of dysphagia, or impaired swallowing, following anterior cervical spine surgery (ACSS) and to evaluate its long-term impact on nutritional status. The study consists of two parts: the first is a prospective observational cohort study that tracks dysphagia incidence and related factors shortly after surgery and again 12 months later. The second part is a randomized trial comparing conventional care to a new oral neuromuscular training intervention for treating dysphagia. Participants will undergo swallowing assessments and nutritional screenings to gather comprehensive data.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* All patients enrolled at the University Hospital of Umeå who have undergone ACSS between C2 and Th1 level due to trauma are eligible participants in the first part of the study.
* Eligibility criteria to participate in part 2 is swallowing dysfunction on FEES at 4±1-week post-operation

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients \<18 years of age
* known dysphagia prior to the trauma/injury
* affected brainstem that is shown on a CT or MRI
* severe brain damage.

Where it's running

• University Hospital of Umeå
  Umeå, Sweden Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Patricia Hägglund, PhD/SLP — Umeå University
• Study coordinator: Patricia Hägglund, PhD/SLP
• Email: patricia.hagglund@umu.se
• Phone: +46907850000

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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.