Aspiration pneumonia
MONDO:0000265A type of lung inflammation resulting from the aspiration of food, liquid, or gastric contents into the upper respiratory tract.
Also known as: Mendelson syndrome, Mendelson's syndrome, Mendelsons syndrome, Pneumonias, aspiration, acid aspiration syndrome, acid aspiration syndromes, aspiration Pneumonias, aspiration pneumonia
33 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New cell discovery could speed up pneumonia diagnosis
Diagnosis OngoingThis study looks at whether special cells, called 'showering cells,' found in lung fluid can help doctors diagnose aspiration pneumonia (a lung infection from inhaling food or liquid). Researchers will compare 94 adults with and without the condition to see if these cells are a r…
Sponsor: Chinese PLA General Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Popular Weight-Loss drugs may change Pre-Surgery fasting rules
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at how GLP-1 receptor agonists (like Ozempic or Wegovy) affect how fast the stomach empties before surgery. These drugs are used for weight loss and diabetes, but they slow stomach emptying, which could raise the risk of food or liquid entering the lungs during a…
Sponsor: Wael Saasouh, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ultrasound reveals whether a common anesthesia maneuver actually protects Kids' lungs
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses ultrasound to check if pressing on the neck (cricoid pressure) during anesthesia prevents stomach contents from entering the lungs in children. Researchers will measure the esophagus before and after pressure in 35 kids aged 0-17. They also test if pressing from t…
Sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC