New Heat and Moisture Exchangers for Laryngectomized Patients in Germany: Mixed Methods Study on the Expected Effectiveness.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Notwithstanding the benefits of heat and moisture exchangers (HMEs) in both clinical research and practice, a gap exists between the optimal physiological humidification created through the nasal function and the humidification capacity of HMEs for patients after total laryngectomy. In this study, 5 new HMEs (Provox Life) specialized for situational use with improved humidification capacities were evaluated.

Objective

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the existing HMEs, assess the potential effectiveness of the new HMEs, and elicit expert judgments on the new HMEs' expected effectiveness and impact on health care use.

Methods

First, a rapid literature review (RLR) was performed to identify evidence on the clinical outcomes, health outcomes, a

SUBMITTER: Ahmed A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9878367 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature