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Compares treatment options for Endotracheal Tube Exchange
Official title Bronchoscopic Versus Airway Exchange Catheter-Guided Endotracheal Tube Exchange
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07706309
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This prospective experimental study compares two methods for replacing an endotracheal tube in Thiel-embalmed body donors. The conventional method uses an airway exchange catheter based on the Seldinger technique, whereas the investigational method uses a flexible bronchoscope to provide direct visual guidance throughout the exchange.
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
- Human body donor preserved using the Thiel embalming method.
- Intact trachea without relevant postmortem or preparation-related lesions.
- Documented consent for scientific use of the body and confirmation of anatomical suitability by the Institute of Anatomy.
- Sufficient mobility of the neck, jaw, and laryngeal region to permit realistic tube-exchange maneuvers.
You likely can't join if
- Tumor or stenosis involving the larynx, trachea, or central airways.
- Previous surgery or radiotherapy involving the larynx or oral cavity.
- Previous pneumonectomy.
- Previous tracheotomy or laryngectomy.
- Inability to achieve safe or standardized positioning of the cadaver.
- Incomplete consent documentation or unclear provenance.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Human body donor preserved using the Thiel embalming method.
- Intact trachea without relevant postmortem or preparation-related lesions.
- Documented consent for scientific use of the body and confirmation of anatomical suitability by the Institute of Anatomy.
- Sufficient mobility of the neck, jaw, and laryngeal region to permit realistic tube-exchange maneuvers.
- Tumor or stenosis involving the larynx, trachea, or central airways.
- Previous surgery or radiotherapy involving the larynx or oral cavity.
- Previous pneumonectomy.
- Previous tracheotomy or laryngectomy.
- Inability to achieve safe or standardized positioning of the cadaver.
- Incomplete consent documentation or unclear provenance.
- Preservation using a fixation method other than the Thiel method.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Basel, Switzerland
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.
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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 Basel, Switzerland. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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