Intrapleural Catheter Drainage Frequency for Pleural Effusion

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Overseen byCarlos A. Jimenez, MD

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Phase 2

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

No Placebo Group

Prior Safety Data

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?The goal of this clinical research study is to learn if draining the IPC every day is better at than draining it 3 times a week.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for adults over 18 with symptomatic pleural effusion (fluid build-up in the chest) who need an Intrapleural Catheter (IPC). They must be able to sign a consent form. People with severe diseases, prior IPC or chest tube placements, recent thoracotomy, empyema history, bleeding issues, or conditions affecting study compliance cannot join.

Inclusion Criteria

Signed informed consent prior to any study related procedures

I am 18 years old or older.

I need a chest tube for fluid buildup in my lungs.

Exclusion Criteria

Participation in any clinical trial that prevents randomization of the subject to either strategy

Any psychological, familial, sociological or geographical condition potentially hampering compliance with the study protocol and follow-up schedule

I have had treatments for fluid buildup in my chest due to cancer.

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Participant Groups

The study aims to determine if draining fluid from the chest using an IPC every day is more effective than doing it three times a week. Participants will have an IPC placed and their condition monitored through regular Chest X-Rays.

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Arm 2 - 3 Times a WeekExperimental Treatment3 Interventions

IPC drained 3 times a week

Group II: Arm 1 - DailyExperimental Treatment3 Interventions

Intrapleural Catheters (IPC) drained every day