Intercostal suturing to prevent lung hernia after chest surgery
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a special stitch between the ribs during lung surgery can prevent a rare complication where lung tissue bulges out of the chest wall. It is for people having lung surgery through several small incisions.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are having lung surgery using 2 or more small cuts in your chest.
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have never had chest surgery on the same side as your current surgery.
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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