Could a simple puff during surgery keep diabetic patients breathing easy?
Prevention
Not yet recruiting
This early-stage trial tests whether giving a salbutamol inhaler during surgery can prevent lung collapse (atelectasis) in diabetic patients. About 80 adults aged 18-70 undergoing chest, belly, or spine surgery will be studied. The goal is to see if this common asthma drug can re…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: King Abdullah University Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 17, 2026 13:52 UTC