Simple breathing workouts before lung surgery may cut pneumonia risk

NCT ID NCT04067830

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study tests whether doing special breathing exercises for several weeks before lung cancer surgery can lower the chance of serious lung problems like pneumonia or breathing failure after the operation. About 220 adults with stage I to IIIB lung cancer will either do the breathing training or receive usual care. The goal is to see if stronger breathing muscles lead to a smoother recovery and better quality of life.

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  • Roswell Park Cancer Institute

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    Buffalo, New York, 14263, United States

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