Clinical trials
Thoracic clinical trials
Below are recruiting thoracic clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 308 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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+ - NCT06353607Recruiting
Genetics of aortic aneurysm and dissection
This study looks at the genetic reasons behind aortic aneurysms and sudden aortic tears. By studying people who had surgery at the University Hospital Basel, researchers hope to find inherited patterns that could help predict and prevent these serious conditions.
BaselAges 18 years+ - NCT06939660Recruiting
Brain-spinal cord stimulation for walking after spinal cord injury
This trial tests if combining brain-computer interface technology with spinal cord stimulation can help improve walking in people with chronic spinal cord injury. It aims to see if this approach works when standard rehab has stopped helping.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 14–65 - NCT06332911Recruiting
Shockwave balloon to help place aortic stent graft
This trial tests a special balloon that uses shock waves to crack calcium in the iliac arteries, making room for a larger aortic stent graft. It is for people with a bulging aorta (aneurysm) who also have heavily calcified or narrow iliac arteries that would otherwise prevent the graft from passing through.
Münich, BavariaAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT07059195Recruiting
Keeping Neck Bent After Windpipe Surgery
This study tests two simple, non-invasive methods to keep your neck in a comfortable bent position after windpipe surgery. The goal is to reduce tension where the windpipe is reconnected, which may help the area heal better.
SohagAges 6 months–80 years - NCT06841822Recruiting
Nerve blocks for lung surgery: a study on heart function
This trial tests if a special ultrasound-guided nerve block can help keep your heart and blood pressure stable during the start of lung surgery. It may lead to a safer and more comfortable experience.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT07050056RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus radiation before lung cancer surgery
This study tests whether giving a combination of the immunotherapy drug tislelizumab and chest radiation before surgery can improve outcomes for people with early-stage, operable lung cancer. The goal is to find out if this approach helps shrink the tumor and makes surgery more effective.
Yangzhou, JiangsuAges 18–70 - NCT05515484RecruitingPhase 2
Test inflatable bag to help lungs work better when prone
This Phase 2 study tests whether using an inflatable air bag can improve how well the lungs stretch and work for people with ARDS while they are lying face-down (prone) on a ventilator. If you qualify, the study may help determine whether this positioning support improves breathing and lung comfort.
AmiensAges 18 years+ - NCT07028593RecruitingPhase 4
Ciprofol for heart protection during lung surgery
This trial tests if a new sedative drug, Ciprofol, can reduce heart damage after non-cardiac surgery compared to standard care. It is for people aged 45–80 having planned lung surgery (like lobe removal or wedge resection) who will stay in the hospital for at least 3 days after the procedure.
WuhanAges 40–80 - 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 - NCT06988943Recruiting
Finding lung cancer early with CT screening in Guangzhou communities
This study is testing a way to find lung cancer early by offering free CT scans to people in certain communities in Guangzhou. It helps catch cancer before symptoms start.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 40–74 - NCT06953193Recruiting
Comparing anesthesia types for pancreas surgery
This study compares two types of anesthesia for people having pancreatoduodenectomy surgery. It tests whether adding an epidural to general anesthesia can help prevent low blood pressure during the operation.
Mexico City, Mexico CityAges 18 years+ - NCT04952480RecruitingPhase 2
Adaptive chest radiation for newly diagnosed small cell lung cancer
This study tests a customized (“adaptive”) way to give radiation to the chest for newly diagnosed small cell lung cancer. It aims to improve how well treatment targets the tumor while safely adjusting to tumor changes during therapy.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT06922591RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
TNG462 for pancreatic and lung cancer with MTAP loss
This trial tests a new drug called TNG462, alone or combined with other drugs, for people with advanced pancreatic or non-small cell lung cancer whose tumors have a specific genetic change (loss of MTAP and a RAS mutation). It aims to see if TNG462 is safe and works better than current treatments.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06919874Recruiting
Yoga app for lung or esophageal cancer patients and their caregivers
This trial tests a mobile app that guides patients with lung or esophageal cancer and their family caregivers through yoga exercises. It aims to improve well-being during radiation treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06915727RecruitingPhase 3
Testing an imaging drug to see tumors in children having surgery
This study tests a special imaging drug called pafolacianine (Cytalux) that helps doctors see tumors more clearly during surgery. It is for children and teens who have a solid tumor in the body and are already scheduled for tumor removal or biopsy.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 6 months–17 years - NCT06917573RecruitingPhase 2
Cemiplimab for advanced lung cancer with high PD-L1
This trial tests a drug called cemiplimab (an immunotherapy) for people with advanced lung cancer that has high PD-L1 levels. It uses a simple blood test to track how well the treatment is working.
Alicante, AlicanteAges 18 years+ - NCT05150145Recruiting
Radiation versus observation for liver spread of small cell lung cancer
This trial compares giving liver-directed radiation to watching closely without radiation. It is for people with small cell lung cancer that has spread to the liver, to see whether radiation helps control the disease.
Guiyang, GuizhouAges 18–70 - NCT06865339RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation plus immunotherapy for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests whether adding two immunotherapy drugs (cemiplimab and fianlimab) to standard radiation and chemotherapy can help treat locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer that hasn't been treated before.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT06841770RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a delivery device for spinal cord injury treatment
This trial tests a device that delivers a special cell therapy (LCTOPC1) into the spinal cord. It is for people with a recent or chronic spinal cord injury that is severe (no feeling or movement below the injury) or leaves some sensation but no movement.
Downey, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06840704RecruitingPhase 3
Can immunonutrition reduce esophagitis during lung cancer radiation?
This trial tests if a special nutritional supplement (immunonutrition) can lower the risk of severe throat and chest irritation (esophagitis) caused by radiation therapy for lung cancer. You may qualify if you are about to start chest radiation and can eat normally.
Changsha, HunanAges 18 years+ - NCT06810375RecruitingPhase 3
Nerve Blocks for Pain After Video-Assisted Lung Surgery
This trial tests two different numbing shots (nerve blocks) to see which one works better for pain after video-assisted lung surgery. One block is placed near the spine, and the other is between the ribs. The goal is to find the best way to keep you comfortable after surgery.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18–90
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for thoracic?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 308 recruiting thoracic 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 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 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.