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Let's E.A.T.! (Eating With Assistive Technology): An Intervention to Support Children With Feeding Tubes and Tracheostomies

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO · Jul 25, 2024

Trial Information

Current as of July 01, 2025

Recruiting

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ClinConnect Summary

The "Let's E.A.T.!" clinical trial is designed to help young children who rely on feeding tubes and have tracheostomies (a tube in their neck to help them breathe) to transition to eating by mouth. The study will provide a special program that combines in-home visits and virtual sessions led by a team of experts, including occupational therapists, speech therapists, and dietitians. The goal is to improve the children's ability to eat orally and help their families feel more confident and less worried about feeding.

To be eligible for this study, children must be under 3 years old, live at home, have a feeding tube and a tracheostomy, and be located within an hour's drive from the University of Chicago. Participants will take part in weekly sessions, both in person and online, where they will receive support and guidance from the care team. This trial is important because it aims to find effective ways to meet the feeding needs of children with complex medical issues, making it easier for families to access specialized care.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Under 3 years of age
  • Reside at a family home
  • Have a gastrostomy feeding tube
  • Have a tracheostomy
  • Live within a 1-hour radius of the University of Chicago
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • • Wards of the state

About University Of Chicago

The University of Chicago is a prestigious research institution renowned for its commitment to advancing medical science through innovative clinical trials. With a robust infrastructure that supports multidisciplinary collaboration, the University actively engages in cutting-edge research across various therapeutic areas. Its dedicated team of experienced investigators and state-of-the-art facilities enable the University of Chicago to conduct rigorous clinical studies aimed at improving patient outcomes and translating scientific discoveries into tangible healthcare solutions. The institution prioritizes ethical standards and patient safety, ensuring that all trials adhere to the highest regulatory guidelines and best practices in clinical research.

Locations

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Trial Officials

Sarah Sobotka, MD, MSCP

Principal Investigator

University of Chicago

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported