THORACIC SURGERY

This study tests whether giving a long-acting inhaled medication before and after lung cancer surgery can reduce serious lung complications like pneumonia or breathing failure. It includes 266 adults at high risk for these problems. The goal is to see if this simple treatment hel…

This study looks at three different ways to give a nerve block (injecting numbing medicine near the spine) to control pain after lung surgery. The goal is to find which method works best to keep patients comfortable. About 90 adults having lung surgery will take part. The results…

This study looks at whether using a smartphone app (Fissios App) along with in-person breathing exercises can reduce complications after lung cancer surgery. About 560 adults scheduled for lung resection will be randomly assigned to either standard in-person physiotherapy or the …

This study compares three different nerve blocks (paravertebral, intertransverse, and erector spinae plane) to see which one works best for reducing pain and the need for strong painkillers after video-assisted lung surgery. Researchers will track how much opioid medication patie…

This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) can help people use fewer opioid painkillers after heart or chest surgery. 60 patients will be split into three groups: one using interactive VR games, one watching relaxing 360-degree videos, and one receiving standard care. Th…

This study compares three robotic-assisted surgery methods for removing part of a lung to see which causes the least long-term pain. About 120 adults having lung surgery will be randomly assigned to one of three techniques. The goal is to find a way to reduce nerve damage and chr…

This study tests whether a self-balancing exoskeleton called Atalante X can safely help patients stand and walk soon after chest surgery in the ICU. Five adults who are weak after surgery will use the device up to 3 times per week for 2 weeks. The goal is to see if it is safe and…

This study looks at two ways of helping patients breathe during lung surgery when only one lung is used. One method is newer and controls airflow more precisely, while the other is standard. Researchers will measure oxygen levels and lung function in 60 adults to see if the newer…

This study will check how often biofilm (a sticky layer of bacteria) forms on chest drains after lung surgery. Researchers will collect drain tips from 180 adults and test them for bacteria and antibiotic resistance. The goal is to learn how drain time affects biofilm and infecti…