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Compares treatment options for Non-expandable Lung
Official title ARMSTRONG - Air entRainMent vS sTandard tReatment in nOn-expandable luNG
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06959719
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This is a randomised controlled trial evaluating whether controlled air introduction into pleural space (air entrainment) during pleural effusion drainage reduces pain, improves patient satisfaction, and facilitates more effective drainage in patients with non-expandable lung (NEL). NEL lung is a common complication in patients with malignant or chronic pleural effusions, where the lung fails to fully re-expand after fluid removal due to pleural disease or fibrosis.
- Time commitment: about 6 months
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Adults aged 18 years or older with a suspected or confirmed diagnosis of NEL and persistent pleural effusion.
- Patients who are scheduled for pleural effusion drainage as part of their standard care.
- Ability to adequately understand verbal or written information in English and provide informed consent in English.
You likely can't join if
- Patients with a history of pleurodesis or other procedures that may affect pleural dynamics.
- Patients with active infections or other acute medical conditions that could interfere with the study.
- Patient with multifactorial pain and high baseline score pain defined as VAS \>= 5
- Patients requiring IPC
- Individuals with known contraindications to pleural drainage or air entrainment.
- Patients who cannot provide informed consent in English, do not adequately understand verbal or written information in English or have special...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The study runs about 6 months per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you 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 Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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