Evaluating diaphragmatic dysfunction after non-intubated thoracic surgery

Incidence of Diaphragmatic Dysfunction After Non-Intubated Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery.

Not applicable Interventional GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche · NCT06486168

This study is testing how often patients experience diaphragm problems after having non-intubated thoracic surgery to see if their breathing is affected.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment120 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorGCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche Academic / other
Locations1 site (Quincy-sous-Sénart)
Trial IDNCT06486168 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This prospective longitudinal study aims to assess the incidence of diaphragmatic dysfunction in patients undergoing non-intubated video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (NIVATS). Participants will be evaluated during the surgery and again at 2 hours and 24 hours post-operation to monitor any changes in diaphragmatic function. The study focuses on patients undergoing procedures such as wedge resections, pneumothorax repair, and pleural biopsies. Data will be meticulously recorded by physicians in an electronic case report form (CRF).

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who are undergoing non-intubated video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery.

Not a fit: Patients with pre-existing diaphragmatic dysfunction or those not affiliated with the French social security system may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and management of diaphragmatic dysfunction following thoracic surgeries.

How similar studies have performed: While there may be studies on diaphragmatic function post-surgery, this specific approach focusing on non-intubated techniques is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient aged 18 years or older
* Patient who has read and signed the informed consent form for participation in the study
* Patient undergoing surgery with video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery without intubation

Exclusion Criteria:

* Known or detected diaphragmatic dysfunction before the intervention
* Patient not affiliated with the French social security system
* Patient under legal protection, guardianship, or curatorship
* Patient already enrolled in another therapeutic study protocol (involving medications or non-drug therapies)
* Patient in an exclusion period from a previous clinical study
* Mental deficiency or any other reason that may hinder understanding or strict adherence to the protocol

Where this trial is running

Quincy-sous-Sénart

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 Diaphragmatic Dysfunction
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 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.