Can a common steroid stop lung fluid from coming back?
NCT ID NCT07039019
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tests whether the steroid prednisone can prevent recurrent pleural effusions (fluid buildup around the lungs) in people with non-specific pleuritis. Forty adults will be randomly assigned to take prednisone daily for 4 weeks or receive no steroid. The study lasts 6 months and tracks how many people have fluid recurrence and need further procedures.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Prednisone (a corticosteroid)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple treatment to prevent fluid buildup in the lungs for people with non-specific pleuritis.
What could go wrong
This is a very early pilot study with only 40 people, so results may not be conclusive. Corticosteroids also have side effects like weight gain and increased infection risk.
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Mount Sinai Hospital
RECRUITINGNew York, New York, 10029, United States
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Mount Sinai Morningside
RECRUITINGNew York, New York, 10029, United States
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