Breath analysis may sniff out lung cancer
NCT ID NCT02781857
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study investigates whether a machine that analyzes exhaled breath can identify a unique chemical signature for lung cancer. Researchers will compare breath samples from people with lung cancer (before and after surgery) and healthy controls. The goal is to develop a non-invasive screening or diagnostic tool.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a simple, non-invasive breath test to help diagnose lung cancer early.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. The breath profile may not be specific enough to reliably distinguish lung cancer from other conditions.
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Locations
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University Hospital Zurich, Division of Pneumology
Zurich, Canton of Zurich, 8091, Switzerland