New lung transplant method lets patients breathe naturally during surgery

NCT ID NCT07384507

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether keeping patients' natural breathing during lung transplant surgery helps them recover faster. It involves 60 adults aged 70 and older with end-stage lung disease. Instead of using a breathing tube and machine, doctors will use a mask and nerve blocks to let patients breathe on their own during the operation. The goal is to see if this reduces the need for breathing support after surgery and shortens hospital stays.

What this could mean

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Active substance: spontaneous-breathing-preserving anesthesia strategy during lung transplantation
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could reduce the need for breathing machines after surgery and shorten hospital stays for older lung transplant patients.
What could go wrong: This is an early, single-arm study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The procedure carries standard surgical risks, and preserving spontaneous breathing may not be feasible for all patients.

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