Comparing two breathing devices after lung surgery
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial compares two handheld devices (Acapella and Flutter) to see which works better at helping you clear mucus and improve your breathing after lung lobe removal surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 35 and 54 years old
- You have had a lobectomy (surgery to remove a lung lobe)
- It has been at least 48 hours after your surgery
- Your heart and blood pressure are stable
- You can breathe well enough to keep oxygen levels up without help
- You are willing and able to do breathing exercises with a small handheld device
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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