Physical consequences of a laryngectomy
Conditions
Interventions
All included subjects will participate in all testing conditions. They will
undergo submaximal exercise testing as well as observation for extended periods
using 2 different HME models: their regula
Sponsors
Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Ziekenhuis
Eligibility
Age
18 Years to 99 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: * Undergone a total laryngectomy * Be a daily HME user * Maintain a fairly active lifestyle * Be proficient in Dutch
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: * Lead a sedentary life * Are wheelchair bound * Have known cardiac issues * Lack of access to WIFI in the home
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| -The changes in heart rate (HR) and respiratory rate (RR) relative to physical activity levels in daily life activities -Changes in VO2 uptake and CO2 clearance from gas analysis during submaximal exercise testing -Self-reported measures of satisfaction and comfort (questionnaires), and Borg scale for perceived levels of exertion during exercise testing | — |
Countries
Netherlands
Outcome results
None listed