Lighter suction after lung surgery may speed recovery
NCT ID NCT02911259
First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026
Summary
This trial tests whether a gentler suction level (-2 cmH2O) on chest tubes after keyhole lung cancer surgery works as well as the standard stronger suction (-10 cmH2O). The goal is to see which setting allows tubes to be removed sooner and causes fewer complications. About 230 adults with suspected or confirmed lung cancer will take part.
What this could mean
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Active substance
chest tube suction at -2 cmH2O or -10 cmH2O
What this could lead to
If lower suction works as well or better, it could shorten hospital stays and reduce discomfort after lung cancer surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a single-center study with 230 participants, so results may not apply to all patients or hospitals. The difference between suction levels may be small.
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Locations
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Rigshospitalet
Copenhagen, 2100, Denmark