Clinical trials
Pneumothorax clinical trials
Below are recruiting pneumothorax clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 23 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06467318RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Do painkillers affect lung sealing surgery?
This trial is testing whether common painkillers (NSAIDs like ibuprofen) affect how well a surgery to seal a collapsed lung works. If you have a collapsed lung and are planning surgery to fix it, this study may help find the best way to manage your pain afterward.
CairoAges Any age - NCT03691480Recruiting
Treating a collapsed lung at home: valve pigtail vs air removal
This study compares two ways to treat a first-time, spontaneous collapsed lung (pneumothorax): a small tube with a one-way valve versus removing air with a needle. It aims to see which approach works better and is easier to manage for people treated as outpatients.
LorientAges 18–50 - NCT05397717Recruiting
Study of outcomes after spontaneous collapsed lung
This study follows adults with a “spontaneous pneumothorax,” meaning a lung collapse that happens without trauma, to see what outcomes they experience. You may be followed during and after hospitalization, because your results can help doctors understand and improve care.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06053476Recruiting
Chest tube and pain care after lung surgery for collapsed lung
This study compares two ways to manage the chest tube and pain after surgery for a collapsed lung (pneumothorax). The goal is to find out which approach helps patients recover faster and with less pain.
VeldhovenAges 16 years+ - NCT06411431Recruiting
Early chest tube removal after surgery for collapsed lung
This study compares two different times to remove the chest tube after surgery for a first-time collapsed lung. The goal is to find out if taking the tube out earlier is just as safe and effective as waiting longer.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - NCT06515015Recruiting
Trial of a plug for air leaks that won't heal after chest tube drainage
This trial tests a new silicone plug placed through a bronchoscope to stop air leaks in patients whose pneumothorax hasn't healed after a week of chest tube drainage. It aims to see if the plug is safe and works as a treatment for this condition.
Quanzhou, FujianAges 18 years+ - NCT06644820Recruiting
Spontaneous pneumothorax study at Sohag University
This trial looks at patients who have a spontaneous pneumothorax (a collapsed lung that happens without injury or medical procedure). It aims to understand their condition and outcomes.
SohagAges 18 years+ - NCT07018856Recruiting
Can beginners detect collapsed lung after heart surgery via ultrasound?
This trial tests whether a beginner (like a nurse or trainee) can use an ultrasound to safely detect a collapsed lung (pneumothorax) after heart surgery when the chest tubes are removed. It could make care faster and safer for you.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07625176Enrolling by invitation
App-guided decisions for lung lining disease
This trial tests whether a decision-support app helps doctors better manage conditions affecting the pleura (the lining around your lungs)—like collapsed lung, fluid buildup, or infection. You'd be randomly assigned to use the app approach or standard care, and the study tracks how well each works.
AalborgAges 18 years+ - NCT00001465Recruiting
Study of lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) disease process
This study looks at the natural history and disease process of lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM), a rare lung disease that mostly affects women. It may help understand how LAM progresses and how it affects daily life, and may include exercise testing and other evaluations.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 16–100 - NCT06563167Recruiting
Predicting air leaks after lung needle biopsy
This study is testing a way to predict serious air leaks (pneumothorax) after a lung needle biopsy. The goal is to find patterns that could help doctors know who might need a chest tube.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06181357Recruiting
Comparing one-step vs. two-step valve placement for severe emphysema
This trial tests whether placing ZEPHYR® valves in two stages reduces the risk of a collapsed lung (pneumothorax) compared to the usual one-stage procedure. It is for people with severe emphysema who have already quit smoking and meet specific lung function criteria.
BordeauxAges 35–80 - NCT06340178Recruiting
CT-guided lung biopsy risk reduction study
This trial uses a new method to make CT-guided lung biopsies safer. It may reduce complications for patients who need a lung biopsy for an unclear or suspicious spot.
BernAges 18–100 - NCT06538376Recruiting
New portable chest X-ray for ICU patients
This study tests a new portable chest X-ray that can be used in the ICU to check for problems like fluid in the lungs, trouble breathing, or swallowing issues. It is designed to help doctors see these problems more easily without moving you to the radiology department.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06548386Recruiting
A new device to check for air leaks after lung surgery
This study is testing a new tool that checks for air leaks in the chest tube placed after lung surgery. An air leak can slow down recovery, and this device may help doctors detect it more accurately.
Evanston, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06686251Recruiting
AI assistant for reading chest X-rays in breathing problems
This study tests a computer program that helps doctors read chest X-rays faster and more accurately. It is for adults who had an X-ray because of breathing problems like a cough or fever.
Curitiba, ParanáAges 18 years+ - NCT06731647RecruitingPhase 2
Anti-inflammatory drugs for pleurodesis in pneumothorax
This trial tests whether using non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) during pleurodesis (a procedure to seal the lung lining) helps people with a collapsed lung (pneumothorax). It aims to see if these drugs can improve outcomes.
AmiensAges 18 years+ - NCT06958848Recruiting
Comparing two chest tube sizes after minimally invasive lung cancer surgery
This trial compares two sizes of chest tubes (16F and 24F) placed after minimally invasive lung cancer surgery. The goal is to see which size leads to better recovery and less pain, while still draining fluid and air effectively.
BaselAges 18 years+ - NCT06983366Recruiting
Lung sliding index for diagnosing lung conditions
This study uses an ultrasound-based measurement called the Lung Sliding Index to help tell different lung diseases apart. Researchers want to see if it can be a useful and simple tool for doctors.
AsyutAges 18 years+ - NCT07186933Recruiting
Ventilator settings to protect lungs during high-risk surgery
This study compares two ways of setting the ventilator during surgery to reduce lung complications. Researchers will test whether using a lower 'driving pressure' (a setting on the breathing machine) helps protect the lungs better than usual care. It is for adults having high-risk surgeries under general anesthesia with a breathing tube.
PátraiAges 18 years+ - NCT07211529Recruiting
Nerve block during chest surgery to reduce complications
This trial tests whether a numbing injection near the spine (paravertebral block) given during keyhole chest surgery can lower the risk of problems after surgery. It might help patients recover more comfortably.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–80 - NCT07344714Recruiting
Predicting breathing help needs for newborns in NICUs
This study looks at newborns in a lower-level NICU to see which ones will need extra breathing support. The goal is to better predict which babies can be kept at their current hospital instead of being moved.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 7 months–9 months - NCT00033137Recruiting
Genetic study of Birt-Hogg-Dubé syndrome and kidney cancer risk
This research study examines the genes behind Birt-Hogg-Dubé (BHD) syndrome, a condition that increases kidney cancer risk. Researchers want to understand who inherits this condition and how to better identify and help people at risk.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pneumothorax?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 23 recruiting pneumothorax 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 pneumothorax 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 pneumothorax 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.