Investigation of a 3 oz Water Protocol on Patients With Tracheostomies

Launched by ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI · Nov 1, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at a new way to assess swallowing in patients who have a tracheostomy, which is a surgical opening in the neck that helps with breathing. The study will compare a simple 3-ounce water test to the usual methods doctors use to check swallowing, like special imaging tests. Researchers want to see if the 3-ounce water test can be a reliable option for these patients.

To participate in this trial, you need to be at least 18 years old and have a tracheostomy. You should be alert and able to follow instructions during the testing, and you shouldn’t be on a special diet for swallowing issues. If you join the study, you'll undergo the water test and the usual swallow assessments to see how well they work. This could be a chance to help improve swallowing tests for future patients with tracheostomies.

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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