Ultrasound to identify type of fluid around the lungs
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study uses ultrasound to look at the fluid around your lungs to help tell what kind of fluid it is. If you are already having fluid drained, the ultrasound pictures may give extra information without extra risk.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have fluid around your lung, confirmed by a chest X-ray or ultrasound.
- You are already scheduled to have this fluid drained as part of your regular care.
- You have not had previous procedures on that side, such as chest tube insertion or pleurodesis (a procedure to prevent fluid recurrence).
- Fluid is not from a recent injury.
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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