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NCT06120790 Investigation of a 3 oz Water Protocol on Patients With Tracheostomies

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NCT ID NCT06120790
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Condition Tracheostomy
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment 80 participants
Start Date 2024-05-06
Primary Completion 2027-10

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Interventions
3 Oz water screen

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What to Expect as a Participant

This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.

This trial targets 80 participants in total. It began in 2024-05-06 with a primary completion date of 2027-10.

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Brief Summary

Examining the validity of a novel 3 oz protocol in patients with tracheostomies as compared to the gold standard of instrumental swallow assessments (Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of the Swallow or Modified Barium Swallow Study).

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Has a tracheostomy * Able to remain alert for testing * Not on a modified diet for pre-existing dysphagia * No head of bed restrictions * Not NPO by physician for any reason other than possible dysphagia * At least 18 years old Exclusion Criteria: * Does not have a tracheostomy * Unable to remain alert for testing * On a modified diet due to pre-existing dysphagia * Head of bed restrictions for greater than or equal to 30 degrees * NPO by physician for reasons other than possible dysphagia * Less than 18 years old

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Beth Kraus

✉ Beth.Kraus@MountSinai.org

📞 212-241-3387

Principal Investigator

Miguel Escalon

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06120790 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Tracheostomy. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT06120790 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06120790 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at Beth.Kraus@MountSinai.org for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06120790 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at New York, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06120790 clinical trial?

NCT06120790 is sponsored by Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. The principal investigator is Miguel Escalon at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. The trial plans to enroll 80 participants.

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