Laser vs. balloon: which works best for narrowed windpipe?

NCT ID NCT04719845

Terminated Disease control Sponsor: Centre de Recherche de l'Institut Universitaire de Cardiologie et de Pneumologie de Quebec Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compared two procedures—laser resection and dilatation—for treating benign (non-cancerous) narrowing of the windpipe. The goal was to see which one better prevents the narrowing from coming back within two years. The trial was terminated early, so the results are limited.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Endoscopic laser resection or dilatation (procedures)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show which procedure is better at preventing the airway from narrowing again after treatment.
What could go wrong: The trial was terminated early, so it may not provide clear answers. Both procedures have risks like scarring or recurrence, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

tracheal stenosis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

TRACHEAL STENOSIS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Grenoble Alpes

Grenoble, France
Hôpital Larrey, University Hospital of Toulouse

Toulouse, France
Hôpital Nord

Marseille, France
Institut universitaire de cardiologie et de pneumologie de Québec (IUCPQ)

Québec, Canada

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