Doctors test 'Instant' lab check during lung procedure to spot cancer faster

NCT ID NCT07286045

Summary

This study looked at two ways to quickly figure out if fluid around the lungs (pleural effusion) is caused by cancer or a non-cancerous condition during a medical procedure called thoracoscopy. Researchers compared a doctor's visual inspection of the lung lining with a rapid on-site lab test of tissue samples. The goal was to see which method gives more reliable, real-time information to guide patient care.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ain shams university

    Cairo, Egypt

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