Clinical trials
Thoracic Surgery clinical trials
Below are recruiting thoracic surgery clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 101 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07824700Recruiting
Prehabilitation for frail patients before heart surgery
This program helps mildly or moderately frail patients get physically stronger before their heart surgery or procedure. It is designed to improve recovery and outcomes by starting exercises and support during the waiting period.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT07809763Recruiting
Home exercise program with wearable device for older adults before lung cancer surgery
This trial tests a home-based exercise and health program that uses a wearable device and smartphone app to help older adults prepare for lung cancer surgery. The goal is to improve fitness and recovery before and after your operation.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 65–85 - NCT03307018Recruiting
Check if bronchoscopy after lung surgery prevents complications
This study looks at whether doing a brief breathing-tube exam (bronchoscopy) after specific lung surgery can lower the chance of lung complications. It may help improve recovery and reduce post-surgery breathing problems.
Poznan, WielkopolskaAges 18–89 - NCT07694141Recruiting
Pain Relief After Chest Surgery
This trial studies how well different pain medications work after thoracic (chest) surgery. It aims to find the best way to manage pain and improve recovery.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las PalmasAges 18 years+ - NCT06262048RecruitingPhase 2
Preventing urinary retention after chest surgery
This trial tests whether a medication called tamsulosin (commonly used for prostate problems) can help prevent trouble urinating after chest surgery. You may be eligible if you are at higher risk for this complication and have some urinary symptoms.
London, OntarioAges 40 years+ - NCT07655336Recruiting
Nerve block comparisons for lung-sparing chest surgery
This trial compares two types of nerve blocks to manage pain during and after a type of lung surgery that removes only part of the lung. It aims to find which block provides better pain relief and recovery.
Bursa, NilüferAges 18–75 - NCT07650877Recruiting
Pain relief blocks for minimally invasive chest surgery
This study compares two different types of nerve blocks (numbing injections near the ribs) to see which one works better for pain relief after minimally invasive chest surgery. Both techniques are standard care options, and the trial will help doctors understand which one provides the best pain control.
Çankaya, AnkaraAges 18–75 - NCT06759038Recruiting
Comparing two devices for placing a breathing tube in lung surgery
This trial compares a new video laryngoscope to a standard one for placing a special breathing tube used in lung surgeries. It aims to see which device works better for patients having planned chest operations.
Karachi, SindhAges 18–60 - NCT05693363Recruiting
Scan lung tissue with a PET-CT during thoracic surgery
This study tests whether a special imaging scan using a radioactive sugar (18F-FDG) can help doctors better examine lung cancer tissue during thoracic surgery. You may be offered the scan around the time of your operation to help researchers learn how well it works.
GhentAges 18 years+ - NCT07465510Recruiting
Ultrasound vs. other methods for double-lumen tube placement
This study compares three ways to check if a breathing tube is in the right spot during lung surgery: using ultrasound, listening with a stethoscope, or looking with a tiny camera. It aims to find which method works best and is safest.
Izmir, İzmirAges 18–65 - NCT06334562Recruiting
Study of domestic sugammadex for reversing muscle relaxants after lung surgery
This study tests a domestic version of sugammadex sodium (a drug that reverses muscle relaxants) after lung surgery. It aims to see how well it works to help you wake up and recover from anesthesia.
Yiwu, ZhejiangAges 19–75 - NCT07392086Recruiting
Comparing two types of ventilation during one-lung surgery
This trial compares two ways of helping you breathe during chest surgery: flow-controlled ventilation and volume-controlled ventilation. The goal is to see which method works better for oxygen and lung protection while one lung is temporarily deflated.
Ankara, YenimahalleAges 18–80 - NCT06417996Recruiting
Home monitoring after lung cancer surgery
This trial tests whether a small home monitoring device (Biobeat) can be used easily by people recovering from lung cancer surgery. You will wear a simple patch that tracks your vitals, and the data is sent to your care team, helping them check on you from home.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07310056Recruiting
Smart wearable tracking for lung cancer surgery recovery
This study tests whether using a wearable device and a smartphone app during lung cancer surgery and recovery can help track and improve how well you heal. It may offer extra support and guidance to help you recover better after your operation.
ChengduAges 18–85 - NCT07241208Recruiting
Comparing two ways to place breathing tube for lung surgery
This study compares two methods to insert a special breathing tube (double-lumen tube) for lung surgery. One method uses a camera on a flexible scope (fiberoptic bronchoscopy) and the other uses a video laryngoscope. Your participation could help doctors know which method works better.
SeoulAges 19 years+ - NCT07208500Recruiting
Arm cuff treatment before surgery to protect lungs in older adults
This study tests if a simple, non-invasive treatment (briefly inflating a blood pressure cuff on your arm) before surgery can reduce lung complications in older adults having non-heart, non-lung surgery. It may help protect your lungs during and after the operation.
ShanghaiAges 65 years+ - NCT06104774Recruiting
Family tai chi after lung surgery for better breathing
This study tests if doing tai chi with your family can help your lungs work better and improve your mood after a thoracoscopic lung surgery. You would practice tai chi exercises and the researchers will check your breathing and mental health.
Taichung, North Dist.Ages 18 years+ - NCT06404892Recruiting
Predicting Lung Problems After Chest Surgery
This study is looking at how well certain risk scores predict lung problems after chest surgery. It involves patients who will have surgery using one-lung breathing, and the goal is to learn which scores are most useful.
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do SulAges 18 years+ - NCT07134660Recruiting
Comparing two numbing medicines for lung surgery pain
This study compares two types of numbing medicine (liposomal vs. hydrochloride bupivacaine) injected near the ribs during lung surgery. The goal is to see which one provides better pain relief after the operation.
ShanghaiAges 18–80 - NCT07099963Recruiting
Study comparing breathing settings during lung surgery
This trial reviews breathing settings used during surgery on one lung to see if a specific tool can help prevent breathing problems.
Québec, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT07100860Recruiting
Lung surgery study: how breathing tube time affects recovery
This study checks if the length of time one lung is ventilated (breathing for you) during chest surgery affects your risk of lung complications after surgery. It may help doctors plan safer surgeries.
Ankara, AnkaraAges 18–85 - NCT07063602Recruiting
Comparing nerve block methods for pain after lung surgery
This study compares two ways of giving a paravertebral nerve block (an injection near the spine to numb the chest) to control pain after a type of lung surgery called VATS. It aims to find the best approach for reducing pain and the need for stronger pain medicines.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT06996691Recruiting
Comparing two nerve blocks for lung surgery pain
This study compares two types of nerve blocks to see which one better controls pain after lung surgery. It may help find a better way to manage pain with fewer side effects.
CairoAges 18–70 - NCT06866717Recruiting
Exercise before lung cancer surgery
This trial tests whether doing exercise training before lung cancer surgery can help you recover better. It is for people with low fitness levels who live with another adult at home.
RouenAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for thoracic surgery?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 101 recruiting thoracic surgery 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 thoracic surgery 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 thoracic surgery 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.
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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.