Simpler breathing tube may improve lung surgery outcomes
NCT ID NCT07288255
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at 375 people having lung nodule surgery. It compared using one breathing tube throughout the procedure versus switching to a different tube partway through. The goal was to see if the simpler method is just as safe and effective, with fewer complications like pneumonia or air leaks.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
single-lumen endotracheal intubation procedure
What this could lead to
If successful, this could simplify lung nodule surgery by avoiding tube changes, potentially reducing complications and improving patient comfort.
What could go wrong
This is a retrospective analysis, not a randomized trial, so results may be less reliable. The simpler tube might not provide adequate lung isolation for some surgeries.
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Locations
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Ruijin Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200025, China