THORACIC DISEASES

This study compares two anesthetics—ciprofol and propofol—to see which better prevents heart injury after non-cardiac lung surgery. About 1,058 adults aged 45 to 80 having video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery will take part. The goal is to lower the risk of heart damage, a common…

This study looks at whether a high-dose nicotine patch placed on the skin before and after chest surgery can reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers in male smokers who have stopped smoking temporarily. About 80 men aged 18-75 who smoke regularly and are having lung surge…

This study tests whether a specific nerve block (erector spinae block) can lower pain and the need for painkillers after lung surgery. About 70 adults having lung tumor removal will receive the block or standard care. Researchers will track pain scores and medication use for 24 h…

This study tests a simple, drug-free technique: a therapist gently vibrates the chest wall of patients who have a chest tube after thoracic surgery. The goal is to see if this helps clear mucus, improve breathing, and shorten the time the chest tube needs to stay in. About 60 adu…

This study collects tissue samples from 7,000 adults with lung cancer, COPD, lung transplants, or other chest diseases. The samples are stored in a repository to help researchers better understand how these diseases start, how to diagnose them early, and how to improve treatment.…