NCT06444854 Patient Reported Outcomes Targeting Early Chest Tube Removal (PROTECTR) Study
| NCT ID | NCT06444854 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's |
| Condition | Lung Surgery |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 130 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-10-22 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-11-01 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 130 participants in total. It began in 2024-10-22 with a primary completion date of 2026-11-01.
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Brief Summary
This study is a single centre, prospective clinical trial evaluating the safety and feasibility of implementing a same day chest tube removal protocol in patients undergoing Video Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS) anatomical pulmonary surgery.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18 yrs or older * scheduled to undergo elective VATS segmental or lobar resection of the lung Exclusion Criteria: * Pulmonary function tests demonstrating forced expiratory volume in 1 second Forced Expiratory Volume (FEV1) \<50% predicted, FEV1 \<1.5L and/or diffusion lung capacity of carbon monoxide Lung Diffusion Test (DLCO) \<50% predicted * Patient receives an intraoperative pleurodesis * Conversion to open thoracotomy or mini thoracotomy intraoperatively. * Underlying cognitive disorder resulting in inability to complete activities of daily living.
Contact & Investigator
Rahul Nayak, MD MSc
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Western University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06444854 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Lung Surgery. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06444854 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06444854 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at deb.lewis@lhsc.on.ca for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06444854 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at London, Canada.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06444854 clinical trial?
NCT06444854 is sponsored by London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's. The principal investigator is Rahul Nayak, MD MSc at Western University. The trial plans to enroll 130 participants.