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
- NCT04372563Recruiting
Check treatment for aortic enlargement with tricuspid valve
This trial studies how to treat an enlarged part of the ascending aorta in people who have a tricuspid aortic valve. It may help slow or manage the risk connected to aorta enlargement.
TomskAges 45–75 - NCT04081896Recruiting
Rehab program for adults with spine pain
This trial studies whether a prescribed physical therapy (rehab) program helps people with spine pain. It may help by improving pain and function when a clinician has already recommended rehabilitation.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–89 - NCT07585214Recruiting
Screening for lung and heart disease using chest X-rays
This study uses chest X-rays to screen for early signs of lung and heart disease in people without known serious disease. Researchers want to understand how well routine chest imaging can catch health problems early.
Dazhou, SichuanAges 18 years+ - NCT07517393Recruiting
Creating a Digital Lung Model Using AI and CT Scans
This study collects information from your chest CT scans and medical history to build an artificial intelligence model of how your lungs work. This 'digital twin' may help doctors better understand and predict lung health in the future.
Peschiera del Garda, VeronaAges 18 years+ - NCT07518732Enrolling by invitation
Thoracic Spine Treatment: Massage and Manipulation Study
This study tests whether hands-on treatments—spinal manipulation and massage—can reduce back pain, improve flexibility, and help with sleep in older adults with long-standing mid-back problems. You would receive these treatments over time and answer questions about your pain and sleep.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - 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 - NCT06531928Recruiting
Chest tube removal and anxiety after lung surgery
This study looks at whether the way a chest tube is removed after lung surgery affects how anxious patients feel. If you had keyhole lung surgery with one chest tube, this trial may help understand your experience.
Ankara, KeçiörenAges 18–65 - 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+ - NCT07488026Recruiting
Brain stimulation for mobility in Parkinson's disease
This trial tests if a type of brain stimulation (transcranial magnetic stimulation) applied to different areas of the brain can improve walking and movement in people with Parkinson's disease. The goal is to see which stimulation site works best for reducing freezing of gait and improving daily mobility.
Recife, PernambucoAges 40 years+ - NCT07483177RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Heart study for enlarged aorta
This trial tests a treatment to help people with a mildly enlarged ascending aorta. It aims to slow down growth and prevent future heart problems.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT06777056Recruiting
AI for spotting lung bruises on chest X-rays after chest injury
This trial tests whether AI can help doctors find lung bruises (contusions) on chest X-rays, using high-resolution CT scans as the reference. If you came to the ER with a blunt chest injury and had both an X-ray and a CT scan within 48 hours, you may be able to help improve how we detect injuries.
BolognaAges 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 - NCT06493227Recruiting
Extended use of bleeding control drugs after heart surgery
This trial is for hospitals, not patients. Hospitals that do many open heart surgeries and whose doctors agree to use certain bleeding control drugs (fibrinolysis inhibitors) as per the study protocol can participate.
Saint PetersburgAges 18 years+ - NCT07452627Recruiting
Comparing Nerve Blocks for Sternotomy Pain
This study compares three different injection techniques (nerve blocks) to reduce pain after heart surgery that cuts through the breastbone. The goal is to find the best way to control pain with fewer side effects.
Bursa, NilüferAges 18–80 - NCT07452601RecruitingPhase 2
Timing of immunotherapy infusion in chemo before surgery for esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether giving immunotherapy and chemotherapy at a specific time of day improves outcomes for people with esophageal cancer before surgery. It may help shrink the tumor and make surgery more effective.
Xi'an, ShannxiAges 18–75 - NCT07425795RecruitingPhase 2
Tislelizumab with chemo and radiation for first-line extensive SCLC
This trial tests a combination of an immunotherapy drug (tislelizumab), chemotherapy, and then radiation to the chest for people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer who haven't had prior treatment. The goal is to see if this approach helps control the cancer longer.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06816862Recruiting
New surgical system for neck and upper back instability
This study tests a new surgical system called SYMPHONY OCT, designed to stabilize the neck and upper back. If you have instability from a fracture, failed fusion, or tumor, this trial may help find a better treatment option.
Dublin, LeinsterAges 18 years+ - NCT07407933RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
YL201 with other cancer drugs for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug, YL201, combined with other cancer treatments for people with a certain type of advanced lung cancer (extensive-stage small cell lung cancer). It may help shrink tumors or slow their growth.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07407582RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Sodium thiosulfate to protect hearing during cisplatin chemo
This trial tests whether a medicine called sodium thiosulfate can protect your hearing from the side effects of cisplatin chemotherapy. It is for people with newly diagnosed cancer who are about to receive cisplatin for the first time.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT07391293Recruiting
Genetic aortic diseases and heart risks observational study
This study looks at people with genetic aortic diseases to understand risk factors for heart complications. By joining, you help researchers learn more about these conditions and how to better manage them.
MilanAges 14–60 - NCT07361159Recruiting
Wellness coaching for transplant caregivers
This study tests whether a health and wellness coaching program can help main caregivers of people waiting for a lung or heart transplant feel more confident in their caregiving role. It focuses on caregivers at Mayo Clinic in Rochester.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT07358676RecruitingPhase 2
Study of bemotuzumab plus chemo and anlotinib for advanced small cell lung cancer
This trial tests a combination of the targeted drug bemotuzumab, chemotherapy, and anlotinib (which blocks blood vessel growth) followed by radiation therapy for people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer who haven't had treatment yet. The goal is to see if this approach helps control the cancer.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–75
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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.