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Ultrasound might spot lung trouble after esophageal surgery

NCT ID NCT05453760

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study looked at whether a bedside lung ultrasound can predict lung complications within an hour after esophageal cancer surgery. Researchers followed 274 patients and compared ultrasound findings to standard methods. The goal is to find a faster, safer way to detect problems like pneumonia or collapsed lungs.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a simple bedside ultrasound method to catch lung problems early after esophageal surgery, potentially reducing severe complications.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. The ultrasound method may not prove accurate enough to replace standard imaging, and results may not apply to all hospitals.

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Study facts

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Participants

274 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Aug 2022

Finished

Apr 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Prospective cohort study of esophagectomy patients in a tertiary hospital

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Thoracic Esophagectomy Exclusion Criteria: * Emphysema Death during surgery Refusal

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Esophageal Neoplasms neoplasm of esophagus

As listed by the trial registrant

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Esophageal neoplasm

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hop Claude Huriez Chu Lille

    Lille, France

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