Airway Exchange Broncholaryngoscope Feasibility and Safety Study during Tracheostomy Tube Exchanges

This study explores a new device called the AEBLScope, which is a specially designed, disposable tool helping doctors see more clearly when they change breathing tubes in patients. The goal is to test if this device is safe and easy to use during routine tracheostomy tube changes, which are procedures often done for patients who need help breathing through a tube in their neck. The study focuses on patients considered low-risk to ensure the device works well in a controlled setting before considering broader use. This research is important as it could lead to safer and more efficient tube changes, potentially reducing complications during the procedure. Participants in the study will undergo their regular tracheostomy tube exchange, but with the use of the AEBLScope to provide doctors with better visualization. This means the device will help the medical team see inside the airway more clearly while changing the tube. Throughout the study, researchers will monitor the process to ensure the device is safe and effective. The study does not list specific risks or benefits, but the potential benefit is that it could make tracheostomy tube changes safer and quicker in the future.