Sugar water treatment for persistent air leaks after lung surgery
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests a simple sugar-water solution to stop persistent air leaks after lung surgery. If you've had a lung resection and still have an air leak more than a day after surgery, this treatment might help seal the leak and speed up recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are an adult (18 or older).
- You recently had lung surgery (lung resection).
- Your air leak has lasted more than 24 hours after surgery.
- Your air leak is at least a certain amount (20 mL per minute).
- You do not have serious complications right after surgery, like unstable blood pressure or needing a breathing machine.
- You are not pregnant and are not in prison.
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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