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New treatment option for Empyema, Pleural
Official title Chest Drain Regular Flushing in Complicated Parapneumonic Effusions and Empyemas
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06427538
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Infections of the pleural space are common, and patients require antibiotics and chest drain placement to evacuate the chest from the infected fluid. Chest drains can get blocked by the drainage fluid and material.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Patients with complicated parapneumonic pleural effusion and empyema requiring chest tube placement as standard of care for inpatient management of...
- Age \> 18 years old.
You likely can't join if
- Patients who have surgical tubes that can't accommodate a three-way stopcock.
- Study subject has any disease or condition that interferes with the safe completion of the study.
- Inability to provide informed consent.
- Inability to undergo a chest X-ray.
- If the managing clinician believes the chest tube will be placed for less than 24 hours.
- Patients with an indwelling pleural catheter (IPC)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States
- Omaha, Nebraska, United States
- New York, New York, United States
- Nashville, Tennessee, United States
- Richmond, Virginia, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
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Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States; Omaha, Nebraska, United States; New York, New York, United States; Nashville, Tennessee, United States; Richmond, Virginia, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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