Study breathing signals during fluid drain in pleural effusion
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial looks at how a breathing control system (called neural respiratory drive) changes when doctors remove lung lining fluid using a thoracocentesis, chest drain, or an indwelling pleural catheter. It may help improve how safe breathing measurements are taken during these common procedures.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have fluid around one lung (a one-sided pleural effusion)
- You either need a thoracocentesis, need a chest drain (main study), or already have an IPC catheter in place (main study)
- You can consent to join the study
- You are medically stable enough to complete required pre-procedure tests safely
- You can help place small sensors on your body for breathing recording
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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