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AI matches radiologists in reading chest X-Rays, study finds
Diagnosis CompletedThis 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…
Matched conditions: PLEURAL EFFUSION
Sponsor: Carebot s.r.o. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Pocket-Sized ultrasound could cut unnecessary tests at the Doctor's office
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether giving family doctors a small, portable ultrasound machine helps them diagnose and manage eight common conditions (like pneumonia, kidney stones, and pregnancy issues) without needing extra tests. Over 160 patients took part, and researchers compared …
Matched conditions: PLEURAL EFFUSION
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Catheter study finds symptom relief for fluid buildup
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at a catheter already used in clinics to drain extra fluid from the chest or belly. Researchers wanted to see if it works well, is safe, and helps relieve symptoms like pain. A total of 169 patients took part, and doctors tracked how the device performed during …
Matched conditions: PLEURAL EFFUSION
Sponsor: ewimed GmbH • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Doctors' diagnostic habits for TB of the lining of the lung revealed
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study surveyed 418 respiratory doctors in the Asia-Pacific region to understand how they diagnose tuberculous pleuritis, a type of TB that affects the lining around the lungs. The goal was to see which tests are used, how available they are, and how doctors decide to start t…
Matched conditions: PLEURAL EFFUSION
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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AI boosts chest X-Ray reading in UK hospital study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis 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…
Matched conditions: PLEURAL EFFUSION
Sponsor: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Which lung drain method wins? study pits manual suction against gravity
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested two methods for draining excess fluid from around the lungs (pleural effusion) in 60 adults with severe shortness of breath. One group had fluid removed by a doctor using a manual syringe (active aspiration), while the other let fluid drain out by gravity. Resea…
Matched conditions: PLEURAL EFFUSION
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sheikh Zayed Federal Postgraduate Medical Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC