PROSPECT-PLEURA is a single-site, prospective observational diagnostic test accuracy study. There is no randomisation, n clinical trials

Discovering new methods of analysing pleural fluid samples to reach a diagnosis earlier in pleural effusions with an unclear cause

This study aims to find new ways to identify the cause of fluid build-up around the lungs (pleural effusion) more quickly and accurately, especially when current tests aren't clear. By looking for special markers in fluid samples, researchers hope to develop better diagnostic tools for future patients.