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Nasal Airflow to Modulate Dyspnea in Tracheostomized Patients
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
Summary
The hypothesis of the present study is that restoring nasal stimulation alleviates dyspnea and improves respiratory drive. The aim of this study is to compare three non-pharmacological approaches designed to restore nasal stimulation (continuous nasal airflow, nasal sprays, and facial airflow) in tracheotomized patients dependent on mechanical ventilation.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
24
Start Date
2026-02
Completion Date
2027-02
Last Updated
2026-01-29
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Baseline
patient ventilated through the tracheostomy with initial ventilator settings
Installation of high flow humidified air cannula
Installation of high flow humidified air cannula with inspired oxygen fraction (FiO2) 21%
Nasal air puffs
Nasal air puffs synchronized with the inspiratory time of the ventilator
propeller fan (FAN)
Stand-alone fan at the bedside directed toward the face of the patient