Non-Invasive Swallowing Monitoring Device

Launched by NATIONAL TAIWAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL ·

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This clinical trial is testing a new wearable device that can monitor swallowing muscles without any invasive procedures. The goal is to see if this device can accurately track how muscles work when a person swallows, which could help doctors better understand and treat swallowing difficulties (called dysphagia). The study will compare the wearable device’s results with a standard test called high-resolution impedance manometry, which measures muscle activity inside the throat.

The trial plans to include 40 adults: 20 healthy volunteers aged 20 to 50 years and 20 patients who have trouble swallowing. Before using the wearable device, patients will have a simple procedure called swallowing endoscopy to check their swallowing health. Participants will wear a small sensor on their neck that collects muscle movement data during swallowing. They will also complete questionnaires and have some measurements and blood tests to provide more information. The study is not yet recruiting, but it aims to ensure the new device is reliable and useful for future clinical care.

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