Inhaled drug shows promise for stopping lung bleeding in kids

NCT ID NCT07481682

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether giving tranexamic acid (a clot-promoting drug) as an inhaled mist helps stop lung bleeding faster in children in the intensive care unit. 100 children with lung bleeding were split into two groups: one got the inhaled drug plus standard care, the other got standard care alone. The inhaled group stopped bleeding sooner and had fewer side effects, suggesting this could be a safer way to manage this emergency.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

tranexamic acid

What this could lead to

If this approach is confirmed, it could offer a safer and more effective way to control lung bleeding in critically ill children, potentially reducing hospital stays and deaths.

What could go wrong

This is a single-center study with 100 children, so results may not apply to all patients. The treatment is not yet standard, and more research is needed to confirm safety and effectiveness.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Tanta University

    Tanta, El-Gharbia, 31527, Egypt