Blood patch may seal lung leaks faster after cancer surgery

NCT ID NCT04954625

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study tests whether injecting a patient's own blood into the chest can stop air leaks after lung cancer surgery. About 60 adults who still have an air leak three days after surgery will receive the blood patch. The goal is to see if it reduces the number of days the leak lasts, shortens hospital stays, and improves quality of life.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Rush University Medical Center

    Chicago, Illinois, 60612, United States

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