Learning before surgery may speed recovery, study finds
NCT ID NCT07388225
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a nurse-led education session before thoracic surgery helps lung cancer patients recover better. 100 adults were split into two groups: one received structured education with a booklet, the other got standard care. Researchers measured pain, lung function, and overall recovery quality after surgery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
structured preoperative education program
What this could lead to
If it works, this could show that a simple education session before surgery helps patients recover faster and with less pain.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center study with 100 patients, so results may not apply to everyone. The education may not make a big difference compared to standard care.
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Locations
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Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital
Istanbul, başakşehir, 34480, Turkey (Türkiye)