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New treatment option for Effect of Patient Rotation on Pleurodesis Success and Patient Comfort
Official title Impact of Patient Position on Chemical Pleurodesis by Chest Ultrasound
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07147270
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- chemical pleurodesis using doxycycline is an acceptable and commonly employed palliation for malignant pleural effusion. Rotation of patient during pleurodesis using the powder from doxycycline capsule is still practiced in some centers.
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Who can take part
Adults
You may be able to join if
- Patients who will be admitted at Chest department, Ain-Shams University Hospitals with malignant pleural effusions candidate for pleurodesis
You likely can't join if
- Multiloculated fluid
- Previous failed pleurodesis
- Liver failure
- Renal failure
- Congestive heart failure
- Prolonged use of steroids or NSAIDs
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients who will be admitted at Chest department, Ain-Shams University Hospitals with malignant pleural effusions candidate for pleurodesis
- Multiloculated fluid
- Previous failed pleurodesis
- Liver failure
- Renal failure
- Congestive heart failure
- Prolonged use of steroids or NSAIDs
- Refusal to participate
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Cairo, Egypt
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
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Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
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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, not specified. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Cairo, Egypt. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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