Clinical trials
Empyema clinical trials
Below are recruiting empyema clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 7 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07095361RecruitingPhase 4
Daily enzyme therapy for infected pleural fluid
This trial tests a once-daily enzyme treatment given through a chest tube to clear infected fluid from around the lungs. It may help people with complicated pneumonia or empyema who still have fluid buildup after initial drainage.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT04095676Recruiting
Surgery vs drainage for infected fluid around the lung
This trial compares two ways to treat pleural empyema, which is infected fluid and pus around the lung. It looks at whether a minimally invasive surgery (VATS) works better than drainage in helping people recover.
Aarhus, AarhusAges 18 years+ - NCT06427538Recruiting
Chest drain flushing for lung infections
This study tests whether regularly flushing the chest tube with a small amount of liquid helps prevent blockages in people who have a severe lung infection that spreads to the chest cavity. If you need a chest tube for this type of infection, you may be able to join.
Sterling Heights, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07337993Recruiting
Fungal chest infection: washing the chest cavity
This study tests a chest-washing procedure (lavage) for people with a fungal infection in the space between the lung and chest wall. It aims to see if this extra step helps clear the infection before or instead of surgery.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges Any age - NCT06734481Recruiting
Baking soda lung wash for complicated pleural effusion
This trial tests if washing the lung lining with a baking soda solution safely helps clear complicated fluid build-up. It may reduce infection and improve drainage.
Ningbo, ZhejiangAges 18–80 - NCT05620329Recruiting
Pleural fluid registry for drainage in adults
This registry collects information from adults who have fluid around the lungs (pleural effusion) and need clinically indicated drainage because of infection or cancer. It helps researchers better understand these conditions and improve future care.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06657898Recruiting
Complicated pneumonia in children in Southeast Europe
This study looks back at children who had a serious type of pneumonia (complicated pneumonia) between 2014 and 2024 in Southeast Europe. It aims to learn more about these infections to help improve care for kids in the future.
BelgradeAges 1 month–18 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for empyema?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 7 recruiting empyema studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a empyema trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a empyema trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.