Is the Provox ActiValve Only a Problem Solver? A Randomized Trial Comparing Routine Use of the ActiValve to Standard Voice Prostheses After Total Laryngectomy With Tracheoesophageal Puncture
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Summary
The goal of this clinical research study is to learn if regular use of Provox® ActiValve® by patients after a total laryngectomy with TEP can decrease the number of VP device replacements needed annually.
Description
Primary Objective: To determine whether routine use of Provox® ActiValve® voice prosthesis decreases annual number of clinical procedures to exchange VP in indwelling voice prosthesis users after total laryngectomy with TEP. Secondary Objectives: 1. To compare outcomes, adverse events, and costs associated with routine use of Provox® ActiValve® (experimental) versus standard indwelling voice prostheses (comparator) 2. To compare outcomes, adverse events, and costs associated with prophylactic exchange of Provox® ActiValve® versus routine use of Provox® ActiValve® (experimental) or standard…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Adults ≥ 18 years of age status post total laryngectomy with tracheoesophageal puncture 2. Using or ready for fit of indwelling voice prosthesis 3. No evidence of disease (NED) in head and neck 4. At least 6 months since cancer treatment 5. TEP tract length 4.5 to 12.5mm at time of enrollment\* * The range reflects the available device sizes for the Provox® ActiValve® . Eligibility is determined by confirming that the patient is appropriately fitted with a VP within this size range, based on the site's standard clinical practice (e.g. appearance/fit and/or depth gau…
Interventions
- DeviceProvox® ActiValve®
Participants experiencing early leakage with previous voice prostheses (device life less than 4-8 weeks). The device reduced the need for frequent replacements in a majority of users but not in all"7. The Light valve strength will be used in this trial.
Location
- The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer CenterHouston, Texas