LUNG NEOPLASMS

This study tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug sintilimab to standard chemotherapy helps people with advanced or spreading non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer. About 400 adults who had not received prior treatment took part. The combination delayed cancer growth comp…

This study tested whether adding vibostolimab to pembrolizumab (Keytruda) helps people with advanced PD-L1 positive non-small cell lung cancer live longer or keep cancer from growing, compared to pembrolizumab alone. Over 1,200 participants received either the combination or the …

This study looked at whether a simple blood test that finds stray cancer cells (circulating tumor cells) can help detect lung cancer earlier in people at very high risk—smokers over 55 with COPD. About 600 participants had both the blood test and a low-dose CT scan once a year fo…

This study tested a new imaging tool called needle-based confocal laser endomicroscopy (nCLE) to help doctors locate lung nodules more accurately during robotic-assisted bronchoscopy. 53 adults with suspicious lung nodules participated. The goal was to see if the tool could confi…

This study looked at whether a blood test (liquid biopsy) can detect a specific genetic change (ALK rearrangement) in lung cancer cells circulating in the blood. The goal is to see if this non-invasive method works as well as a traditional tissue biopsy to guide treatment decisio…

This study tested a remote monitoring system called CONTINUUM+ CONNECT in 411 adults with metastatic breast, lung, colorectal, or prostate cancer. Participants used the system (with or without home nursing) or received standard care. The goal was to see if the system improved phy…

This study tested a special nursing program for 200 people with advanced small cell lung cancer receiving chemotherapy plus immunotherapy. The program used a team of nurses, dietitians, and mental health experts to monitor side effects, support medication adherence, and provide n…

This study looked at whether adding structured family support to standard palliative care helps people with advanced lung cancer feel better and make clearer decisions. 110 adults were split into two groups: one received routine care, the other added family involvement, counselin…

This study tested an 8-week supervised program of breathing exercises and light strength training for people with advanced lung cancer (stage IIIB/IV) who were getting chemotherapy. Thirty patients took part; half did the rehab program and half did simple home exercises. Those in…

This study tested a special nursing program for 300 lung cancer patients getting CyberKnife radiation. The program focused on building patients' confidence to manage their health. Researchers measured whether it reduced anxiety, pain, and improved quality of life compared to stan…

This study looked at how to best set a breathing machine during lung surgery when only one lung is being used. The goal was to find settings that keep oxygen levels stable while avoiding lung damage. 88 adults having lung surgery took part, and researchers compared different comb…

This study tested two experimental methods (a laser and a plastic block) to help doctors choose the correct needle angle during CT-guided biopsies. Seventeen adults scheduled for a biopsy took part. The goal was to see if these tools improve accuracy compared to the standard meth…

This study tested a special camera system that uses near-infrared light to help surgeons see blood flow during minimally invasive surgery for lung or esophagus conditions. 38 adults participated. The goal was to see if this imaging tool could help surgeons identify important anat…

This study watched 188 adults with advanced lung cancer who were prescribed Vizimpro as their first treatment. Researchers recorded any side effects and how well the drug shrank tumors during routine doctor visits. The goal was to confirm the drug works safely in everyday practic…