New gas analyzer could spot lung leaks faster

NCT ID NCT06548386

Recruiting now Diagnosis Sponsor: Lung Healing Technologies Inc Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests a new, reusable gas analyzer that attaches to chest drains to detect air leaks after lung surgery. The device measures carbon dioxide, oxygen, and pressure to identify leaks, potentially improving accuracy over the current method of watching for bubbles. About 33 adults scheduled for thoracic surgery will participate, and the device will be compared to standard visual inspection.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: pleural gas analyzer (device)
What this could lead to: If successful, this device could provide a more accurate and reliable way to detect air leaks after lung surgery, potentially reducing complications and hospital stays.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early feasibility study with only 33 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The device may not be more accurate than current methods.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

pneumothorax

As listed by the trial registrant

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

AIR LEAK FROM LUNG PNEUMOTHORAX

Contacts and locations

Locations

Endeavor Health
RECRUITING

Evanston, Illinois, 60201, United States

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