Scientists probe healing after windpipe surgery

NCT ID NCT07463742

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study aims to understand why some people develop a narrowing of the windpipe (tracheal stenosis) and how the tissue heals after standard laser treatments. Researchers will analyze small tissue samples taken during two common procedures—wedge resection and radial incision—in 40 adults. The goal is to identify biological changes that could guide better treatments in the future.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could help doctors understand why the windpipe narrows and how it heals, potentially leading to better treatments for tracheal stenosis.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study focused on understanding biology, not testing a new treatment. It may not directly lead to better therapies.

Disclaimer Read more

This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for TRACHEAL STENOSIS are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

idiopathic subglottic stenosis tracheal stenosis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • University of Maryland

    Baltimore, Maryland, 21021, United States

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••