ATELECTASIS

This study tests a therapy called oscillation and lung expansion (OLE) for patients on breathing machines who have collapsed lung areas (atelectasis). The therapy combines gentle air pressure, vibrations, and medication to clear mucus and reopen airways. Researchers will compare …

This study tests whether a machine that automatically reopens parts of the lung during surgery can reduce lung collapse in patients having laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery. About 56 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either the automated lung recruitment or standar…

This study tests a new portable X-ray machine that takes moving images of the lungs at the bedside in the ICU. It aims to see if this technology can give doctors better information about lung function and blood flow compared to standard X-rays. About 230 adults with various lung …

This study looks at whether giving a nerve block (paravertebral block) during chest surgery can help prevent problems like lung infections, trouble breathing, or fluid buildup. Researchers will track 500 adults having keyhole or robotic chest surgery to see if those who get the b…

This study tests a specific method for removing breathing tubes after abdominal surgery to prevent lung collapse and other breathing problems. It involves 270 adults at moderate to high risk for lung complications. The goal is to see if a careful, step-by-step extubation process …

This study looks at whether doing lung-opening maneuvers several times during spine surgery (instead of just once) can reduce partial lung collapse. About 60 adults having elective spine surgery while lying face-down will take part. Doctors will use lung ultrasound to check how w…