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Official title A Comparative Study of Three Oral Care Methods in NIMV Patients in Intensive Care
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07200297
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to examine the effects of different oral care methods on oral health in patients receiving non-invasive mechanical ventilation (NIMV) in the intensive care unit. A randomized controlled experimental design will be employed, with three groups: Control Group - patients receiving only the standard chlorhexidine oral care kit; Electric Toothbrush Group - patients receiving the chlorhexidine kit in combination with an electric toothbrush and toothpaste; and Manual Toothbrush Group - patients receiving the chlorhexidine kit along with a manual toothbrush and toothpaste.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Must be in an intensive care unit
- Must have consented to participate in the study from themselves or their family
- Must be over 18 years of age
- Must be on a non-invasive mechanical ventilator
- Must have no known active infection.
You likely can't join if
- Intubated patients.
- Patients with severe oral infections or bleeding mucosal wounds.
- Those receiving radiotherapy/chemotherapy to the head and neck region.
- Organ transplant patients.
- Patients without oral anatomic abnormalities or dentures.
- Those who refused to participate in the study or did not sign the consent form.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Must be in an intensive care unit
- Must have consented to participate in the study from themselves or their family
- Must be over 18 years of age
- Must be on a non-invasive mechanical ventilator
- Must have no known active infection.
- Must be in a stable state of consciousness and able to communicate.
- Must be expected to remain in intensive care for at least 48 hours.
- Intubated patients.
- Patients with severe oral infections or bleeding mucosal wounds.
- Those receiving radiotherapy/chemotherapy to the head and neck region.
- Organ transplant patients.
- Patients without oral anatomic abnormalities or dentures.
- Those who refused to participate in the study or did not sign the consent form.
- Patients with chronic or acute health conditions that prevent oral hygiene.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Erzurum, Merkez, Turkey (Türkiye)
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Erzurum, Merkez, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.