Lung surgery for children with birth defects of the lung
This study looks at how well a minimally invasive surgery (using small incisions and a camera) works for children who are born with lung problems. It aims to see if this approach is safe and effective, especially in places with limited resources.
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Who can take part
- Your child has a lung problem that was present at birth (congenital lung malformation).
- Your child has not had surgery for this lung problem before (no previous operations).
- The surgery will be done using small incisions (thoracoscopic), not a large cut (thoracotomy).
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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