Patients share their stories: living with fluid in the lungs
NCT ID NCT03235999
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study interviewed 10 adults with malignant pleural effusion (fluid buildup around the lungs due to cancer) about their experiences with the condition and its treatments, such as talc pleurodesis or an indwelling pleural catheter. Researchers analyzed the interviews to identify common themes, like pain, to better understand patients' perspectives. The goal was to gather insights, not to test a new treatment.
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Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL53 7AN, United Kingdom
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