Short-term Clinical Feasibility of the Provox XtraHMEs for Pulmonary Rehabilitation After Total Laryngectomy

Phase 1 Study. Short-term Feasibility of the Next Generation Provox HMEs for Pulmonary Rehabilitation After Total Laryngectomy

This study is a short term feasibility study that aims to investigate patient satisfaction with and performance of new Provox Xtra HME in 20 laryngectomized patients. Aspects that are considered are for example performance for stoma occlusion, speaking, breathing, appearance, compliance, and short-term impact on pulmonary symptoms.

Inclusion Criteria:

• total laryngectomy
• compliant Provox HME user (24/7 use)

Exclusion Criteria:

• current medical problems that might influence HME use