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Primary vs Secondary Closure of Tracheo-cutaneous Fistulas

Primary vs Secondary Closure of Tracheo-cutaneous Fistulas: A Randomized Controlled Study

Sponsor

Université de Sherbrooke

Enrollment

44 participants

Start Date

Jan 12, 2021

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

TracheostomyTracheostomy ComplicationPost Tracheostomy Complications

Summary

The mean of this study is to compare primary and secondary closure of tracheo-cutaneous fistulas and evaluate the differences in outcomes between both techniques.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

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This clinical trial is studying a procedure called Primary closure of tracheo-cutaneous fistula and a procedure called Secondary closure of tracheo-cutaneous fistula for people with post tracheostomy complications, tracheostomy, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years and older.

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Interventions

PROCEDUREPrimary closure of tracheo-cutaneous fistula

This procedure will follow protocoled steps. It consists of a sutured closure of the tracheotomy following local anesthesia, done at bedside.

PROCEDURESecondary closure of tracheo-cutaneous fistula

This procedure will follow protocoled steps. It consists of removing the tracheotomy canula and applying ointment and an Elastoplast on the site, which will be changed regularly until full healing of the wound.

Locations(1)

Centre hospitalier universitaire de Sherbrooke

Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada

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