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Complicated Pleural Effusion/ Empyema clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 2 Complicated Pleural Effusion/ Empyema clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 2 countries (most in United States (1), China (1)). By phase: Phase 4 (1). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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All recruiting trials (2)
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Once-daily intrapleural enzyme treatment for complicated pleural infections
This will see if giving tPA and DNase once a day through a chest tube works as well as giving them twice a day for people with complicated pleural infections.
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Using sodium bicarbonate to treat complex pleural effusion
This study is testing if using sodium bicarbonate instead of saline for washing out fluid in the lungs can help adults with complicated pleural effusion recover better and avoid surgery.
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Quick answers
How many Complicated Pleural Effusion/ Empyema clinical trials are recruiting right now?
2, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 2 countries. The most sites are in United States (1 trial), China (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 4: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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