Middle lobe syndrome

This study tested whether a special nerve block (erector spinae plane block) could reduce the chance of lung collapse after weight-loss surgery. 138 patients having laparoscopic bariatric surgery were randomly assigned to receive either the nerve block or standard pain medicine. …

This study is testing a portable, non-invasive breath analyzer that measures tiny particles in exhaled breath to screen for conditions like type 2 diabetes, liver disease, kidney disease, and lung disease. Researchers will enroll healthy volunteers and people with known diagnoses…

This study tested an AI tool called Carebot AI CXR to see how well it spots lung problems like collapsed lungs, nodules, and fluid buildup on chest X-rays. Researchers compared the AI's performance to that of human radiologists using 956 patient X-rays. The goal was to see if the…

This study tested a new MRI technique that can take pictures of children's lungs without using radiation or injecting contrast dye. 72 children aged 6-16 had both a standard CT scan and this new MRI. The goal was to see if the MRI could produce clear images of the lungs, potentia…

This study tested whether giving a small amount of s-ketamine during chest surgery could reduce the risk of postoperative delirium (sudden confusion) in patients aged 60 and older. Over 500 participants were randomly assigned to receive either s-ketamine or another drug (dexmedet…

This study tested freezing the nerves between the ribs during robot-assisted lung surgery to see if it reduces pain and the need for painkillers afterward. 33 adults having lung surgery were randomly assigned to get the nerve freeze or standard pain medicine. Researchers tracked …

This study looked at whether giving a low dose of a muscle relaxant (rocuronium) during bronchoscopy—a procedure where a tube is inserted into the lungs—could reduce complications like throat spasms and coughing. 153 adults having elective bronchoscopy were split into two groups:…

This study tested two different methods of removing the breathing tube after a C-section under general anesthesia. 120 women took part to see which method helps keep oxygen levels stable. The goal is to reduce breathing problems right after surgery.

This study looked at immune cells called alveolar macrophages in the lungs of 18 people with non-infectious lung diseases. Researchers used a technique called flow cytometry to study the surface proteins on these cells. The goal was to better understand the role of these cells in…

This study looked at 93 people with lung disease who get short of breath when active. Participants did two 6-minute walk tests: one at their fastest pace and one at their normal walking speed. The goal was to see if the normal-speed test gives a more accurate picture of when they…

This completed study looked at 101 adults having laparoscopic colorectal surgery under general anesthesia. Researchers tested different levels of positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) after a lung recruitment maneuver to see how long the benefits lasted and how it affected hear…

This study looked at whether a special breathing maneuver during gallbladder surgery can reduce lung collapse (atelectasis) after the operation. Researchers used lung ultrasound to check lung aeration in 80 adults before and after surgery. The goal was to gather information, not …

This study tested two methods of removing a breathing tube after digestive surgery to see which one helps patients breathe better. 208 adults having surgery lasting over an hour took part. One group had the tube removed the usual way, and the other had it removed while still conn…

This study looked at 110 children aged 2-10 having surgery under general anesthesia. Researchers compared two common breathing machine modes (volume-controlled vs. pressure-controlled) to see which one leads to less lung collapse (atelectasis). They used lung ultrasound to check …

This study tested whether having a dietitian help patients with lung disease order meals during a hospital stay could improve their nutrition and reduce the chance of being readmitted after discharge. 41 patients at nutritional risk took part. Researchers measured daily food inta…

This study tested whether using a special oxygen monitor (Oxygen Reserve Index) during robotic surgery helps prevent lung collapse after the operation. 58 adults having robotic surgery under general anesthesia took part. Doctors measured lung health with ultrasound before and aft…

This study tested whether an AI tool called Lunit INSIGHT CXR helps healthcare professionals read chest X-rays more accurately and quickly. Thirty doctors and radiographers reviewed 500 past chest X-rays from two UK hospitals, once with and once without AI help. The goal was to s…

This completed study tested whether using a lower oxygen concentration (70% or 40%) instead of the usual 100% oxygen right before removing a breathing tube reduces lung collapse (atelectasis) after surgery. Forty-eight adults having elective surgery under general anesthesia took …