Comparing high-flow nasal oxygen to standard oxygen for thoracic surgery patients

High-Flow Nasal Catheter (HFNC) Compared With Conventional Oxygenation During the Perioperative Period of Patients Undergoing Thoracic Surgery.

Not applicable Interventional Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul · NCT05910788

This study is testing if high-flow nasal oxygen can help patients having thoracic surgery breathe better and avoid complications compared to standard oxygen.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment90 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorFederal University of Rio Grande do Sul Academic / other
Locations1 site (Bento Gonçalves, Rio Grande Do Sul)
Trial IDNCT05910788 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) oxygen therapy compared to conventional oxygenation during the perioperative period for patients undergoing thoracic surgery. It aims to assess the incidence of pulmonary complications, mortality, and hypoxemia during intubation and extubation. By analyzing these outcomes, the study seeks to determine if HFNC can improve lung function and overall patient outcomes in this surgical population. The research is particularly relevant given the high volume of thoracic surgeries performed globally and the associated risks of complications.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old scheduled for elective thoracic surgery with an ARISCAT score greater than 26.

Not a fit: Patients requiring urgent or emergency surgery, pregnant women, or those with an ARISCAT score of 26 or lower may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved respiratory outcomes and reduced complications for patients undergoing thoracic surgery.

How similar studies have performed: While the use of HFNC in various settings has shown promise, this specific application in thoracic surgery is relatively novel and not extensively tested.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* All patients over 18 years of age who will undergo elective thoracic surgery and who have an ARISCAT score \> 26.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients who need urgent/emergency surgery, pregnant women, who do not have an ARISCAT score \> 26 and those who refuse to participate in the study.

Where this trial is running

Bento Gonçalves, Rio Grande Do Sul

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Thoracic SurgeryThoracic surgeryHigh flow nasal cannulaPulmonary complications
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.