Pulmonology
Lungs & breathing clinical trials
Asthma, COPD, and other conditions that affect the lungs and breathing. We’re tracking 6,618 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable4,293
- Phase 2848
- Phase 1470
- Phase 3423
- Phase 1/Phase 2310
- Phase 4207
- Phase 2/Phase 367
Top conditions
- Lung Cancer424
- Asthma194
- Non Small Cell Lung Cancer189
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer179
- Non-small Cell Lung Cancer171
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea156
- COPD143
- Breast Cancer109
- COVID-19107
- Pulmonary Hypertension100
- NSCLC95
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease90
- Colorectal Cancer86
- Cystic Fibrosis78
- Interstitial Lung Disease78
- Pneumonia78
- Ovarian Cancer74
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome72
Leading sponsors
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris79
- AstraZeneca65
- Mayo Clinic53
- M.D. Anderson Cancer Center46
- National Cancer Institute (NCI)40
- VA Office of Research and Development39
- Chinese University of Hong Kong36
- Shanghai Chest Hospital36
- University Health Network, Toronto36
- Riphah International University34
Where studies are running
- California389
- Alabama174
- Arizona154
- Massachusetts128
- Florida117
- New York113
- Maryland110
- Texas89
- Pennsylvania84
- Colorado71
Recruiting studies6,618 total
- NCT06212492Recruiting
Muscle relaxants and stomach positioning for ARDS
This trial tests whether combining two treatments—medications that relax muscles (neuromuscular blocking agents) and lying on your stomach (prone positioning)—can reduce lung damage in people with severe ARDS on a breathing machine.
MarseilleAges 18 years+ - NCT05289245Recruiting
Registry study for Chinese people with cystic fibrosis
This study keeps a national record of people diagnosed with cystic fibrosis (CF) in China. It aims to better understand CF over time and may help future care by improving how patients are tracked and studied.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT06654219Recruiting
Clear liquids before endoscopy for patients on GLP-1 meds
This study tests whether drinking only clear liquids before an upper endoscopy can reduce leftover stomach contents in people taking GLP-1 medications (like Ozempic or Mounjaro). It may help make the procedure safer.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06473610Recruiting
Residual blood clots seen on lung scan study
This trial uses a special lung scan (SPECT-CT) to look for leftover blood clots in people with high blood pressure in the lungs or ongoing shortness of breath after a clot. It may help doctors better understand these conditions.
Saint-EtienneAges 18 years+ - NCT06477458Recruiting
AI analysis of CT scans for lung health before chest surgery
This study uses a computer program (deep learning) to analyze your chest CT scan and lung function test results before surgery. The goal is to see if the AI can help doctors better assess your lungs and plan your operation.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06169956Recruiting
Study of nivolumab with chemo before lung cancer surgery
This study looks at how well the immunotherapy drug nivolumab (Opdivo) works when given with standard chemotherapy before surgery for people with a certain type of lung cancer that has not spread. It may help shrink the tumor before surgery.
Kempten (Allgäu), BavariaAges 18 years+ - NCT01822834Recruiting
Registry for adults with bronchiectasis and non-tuberculosis lung bacteria
This study is a registry that collects health information from adults who have bronchiectasis caused by non-tuberculosis mycobacteria (NTM). It helps researchers better understand this condition and improve future treatments.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18–120 - NCT06511687Recruiting
Nirsevimab effectiveness for RSV in Chilean infants
This study tests if the medicine Nirsevimab can help prevent severe RSV (a common winter virus) in infants in Chile. It is for babies born at specific times in 2023–2024, especially those born early or with health problems.
SantiagoAges Up to 4 years - NCT06466070Enrolling by invitation
Robotic surgery to remove lung metastases
This trial uses robotic-assisted surgery to remove cancer that has spread to the lung from another part of the body. It is for people whose original cancer is under control and who are healthy enough for surgery.
Rome, Italy / RomeAges 18 years+ - NCT03528525Recruiting
Study of breathing-related rare genetic diseases in Chinese children
This registry study collects and stores samples from children with breathing-related rare genetic (inherited) diseases to learn more over time. It may help researchers better understand these conditions and improve future care, especially through long-term follow-up.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 1 month–18 years - NCT06537479Recruiting
Breathing technique and chest exercises for smokers' lung health
This trial tests if combining a special breathing method (Buteyko) with chest exercises can improve lung function and quality of life in current or long-term smokers aged 40-55. It may help if your breathing tests show reduced lung capacity.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–55 - NCT04581122Recruiting
Tests how lymph node surgery choices affect lung nodule outcomes
This study looks at whether different lymph node removal methods during lung surgery change outcomes for certain abnormal lung spots. It focuses on ground-glass nodules that stay the same after treatment-free observation and have a mostly solid portion on CT.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT06751901RecruitingPhase 2
Vaccine, immunotherapy, and radiation for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests a combination of a personalized peptide vaccine, an immunotherapy drug (PD-1 inhibitor), and radiation for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer whose disease has gotten worse after at least two standard treatments. It aims to see if this triple therapy can help control the cancer.
Nanchang, JiangxiAges 18–70 - NCT06498141Recruiting
Gene study for interstitial lung disease
This study looks at a gene and telomere length in people with interstitial lung disease (a group of lung conditions that cause scarring). It aims to understand if certain genetic factors are linked to the disease. It may help if you have ILD and are otherwise healthy.
SohagAges 18 years+ - NCT07440199Recruiting
Comparing two pain blocks for lung surgery without a breathing tube
This study compares two different pain-blocking techniques for a specific type of lung surgery. It aims to see which one provides better pain relief for patients who are awake during the procedure.
ElâzığAges 18–65 - NCT06156943Recruiting
Fluid monitoring during lung surgery for high-risk patients
This study tests a new way to monitor your body's fluid levels during lung surgery, especially for patients who are at higher risk for complications. The goal is to improve recovery and reduce problems after surgery.
BronAges 18–80 - NCT06432634Enrolling by invitation
Study of lung rehab before and after lung surgery
This study tests a hospital rehab program to see if it helps people recover better after lung surgery. It may help if you have trouble breathing or have limited lung function before surgery.
Chiayi CityAges 20 years+ - NCT06400095Recruiting
Breathing Machine Patterns to Predict Recovery in Severe Lung Failure
This study looks at how the breathing machine settings and lung function can help predict recovery in people with severe ARDS. You may be able to join if you are on a ventilator for sudden lung failure and have severe ARDS, as long as you don't have certain other health issues.
Saint Cloud, MinnesotaAges 19–80 - NCT07666438Recruiting
Lung infections in children with chronic lung disease of prematurity
This study looks at children born very early who have chronic lung disease (BPD) and get a lung infection. Doctors want to learn more about how these infections affect breathing and health over time.
Bologna, BolognaAges 4 weeks–7 years - NCT06327945Recruiting
Lung transplant from donors after circulatory death
This trial tests if lungs from donors whose hearts have stopped can be safely transplanted into people waiting for a lung transplant. It may expand the number of available donor lungs.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06444854Recruiting
Using patient reports to time chest tube removal after lung surgery
This trial tests whether asking patients about their pain and breathing after lung surgery helps doctors decide the best time to remove the chest tube. If you are having a specific type of lung surgery (VATS lobectomy or segmentectomy), you may qualify.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06369584Recruiting
Prone Position for Children on ECMO with Severe ARDS
This trial tests if lying face-down (prone position) helps children with severe ARDS who are already on ECMO, a machine that supports the heart and lungs. It aims to see if this position improves recovery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 1 month–18 years - NCT06395415Recruiting
Mobile health program for young adult e-cigarette users
This study tests a mobile health program to help young adults ages 18–26 who use e-cigarettes regularly to reduce or quit. It uses text messages to support you, and you'll need to be interested in changing your vaping habits.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–26 - 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+
Common questions
- How many lungs & breathing clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 6,618 recruiting pulmonology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 10,521 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Lungs & breathing” cover here?
- Asthma, COPD, and other conditions that affect the lungs and breathing. We group each study into lungs & breathing based on the conditions it studies, so you can scan the whole therapeutic area at once and drill into a specific condition.
- How do I find a lungs & breathing trial near me?
- Use the search to filter lungs & breathing studies by location and eligibility. Every Clin2 trial page explains the criteria in plain English and offers a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read — the study team makes the final decision.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov; specialty groupings are derived from each study’s conditions. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.