Bronchiectasis

This study tests an experimental drug called AZD0292 in 435 people aged 12 and older who have bronchiectasis and a long-term lung infection with Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The goal is to see if the drug can reduce the number of moderate-to-severe lung flare-ups compared to a placebo…

This study tests a new drug called GSK3862995B in 446 adults with bronchiectasis, a long-term lung condition. The goal is to see if the drug can reduce the number of serious lung infections (exacerbations) compared to a placebo. Participants will receive either one of two doses o…

This study tests a daily pill called BI 1291583 (Verducatib) in 1755 adults and teens with bronchiectasis, a lung condition causing frequent infections and coughing. Participants take either the drug or a placebo for up to 76 weeks. The main goal is to see if the drug reduces the…

This study tests an experimental drug called SAR445399 in 70 adults aged 18-80 with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis, a lung condition causing mucus buildup and infections. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo for 24 weeks to see if it reduces mucus plugs seen on C…

This study tests whether a device called SIMEOX, used at home with remote physiotherapy, can improve quality of life and reduce lung infections in people with bronchiectasis (a chronic lung disease with mucus buildup). About 622 adults will use the device daily or get standard ca…

This study tests the safety of a drug called HSK31858 in 669 adults with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis, a lung condition that causes repeated infections and breathing problems. Participants who completed a prior study of the same drug will receive the medication and be monit…

This pilot study is testing whether the antifungal drug itraconazole is feasible and safe for people with bronchiectasis who have mold growing in their airways. Thirty participants will take itraconazole twice daily for six weeks. The study will measure how many people complete t…

This study tests an inhaled drug called ensifentrine in 284 adults with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis, a lung condition that causes frequent infections and breathing problems. Participants will receive either the drug or a placebo twice daily for at least 24 weeks. The goal …

This study tests a device called BiWaze Clear that helps people with bronchiectasis clear mucus from their lungs using gentle vibrations and lung expansion. About 85 participants will use the device at home for 6 months. Researchers will track how many lung infections they get co…

This study looks at whether monitoring the immune response to the cytomegalovirus (CMV) can help prevent CMV disease in people who receive a lung transplant. About 100 adult lung transplant patients who have had CMV in the past will be followed. The goal is to see if tracking CMV…

This study is testing whether giving air conditioners and a $100 electricity subsidy to older adults in Boston neighborhoods can reduce heat stress, heat strain, and related health problems. One hundred participants aged 55-95 who don't have AC will be randomly assigned to receiv…

This study tests whether training the muscles used to breathe in can improve exercise capacity, quality of life, and short-term outcomes in people who have had a lung transplant. Thirty participants will use a device called POWERBreathe Plus® along with standard rehab. The goal i…

This study tests an inhaled medicine called CSL787 in adults with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis, a lung condition that causes frequent infections and breathing problems. The goal is to see if CSL787 can delay the time until a person's next lung flare-up (exacerbation) compar…

This study will test a handheld ultrasonic spirometer against a conventional hospital spirometer in 100 adults with chronic respiratory diseases like COPD or asthma. Each participant will use both devices to see if the portable one gives accurate and reliable results. If successf…

This study is testing a device called Inflammacheck that measures chemicals in a person's breath to see if it can help tell the difference between lung cancer, other lung diseases, and healthy lungs. Researchers will collect breath samples from 140 adults and use AI to build a di…

This study is testing a special MRI scan that uses xenon gas to take detailed pictures of lung function. It includes 260 healthy volunteers and people with lung diseases like asthma, COPD, and cystic fibrosis. The goal is to see if this method can better detect and measure lung p…

This study is testing a new ultrasound measurement called the Lung Sliding Index (LSI) to see if it can help doctors tell apart different lung diseases, such as COPD, pneumonia, and pulmonary edema. Researchers will measure LSI in 700 adults with various lung conditions and healt…

This study explores whether a lung ultrasound can safely detect rejection or infection in lung transplant recipients who have no symptoms. Currently, patients need an invasive bronchoscopy with biopsy to check for rejection. If ultrasound works, it could offer a faster, safer, an…

This study tests whether a smartphone app (AWARE) can accurately detect and monitor lung diseases like asthma, COPD, and cystic fibrosis by analyzing sound waves from the phone's speaker and microphone. Researchers will enroll 800 people aged 8-70, including healthy volunteers an…

This study tests whether inhaling a salty mist (3% hypertonic saline) can improve breathing symptoms in people with nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) lung disease who haven't yet started antibiotics. About 262 adults will either start the saltwater treatment right away for 6 mon…

This early-stage study tests an inhaled drug called GDC-6988 in people with lung conditions that cause thick mucus, like non-CF bronchiectasis and COPD. The main goal is to check if the drug is safe and tolerable. About 128 adults with stable disease and good lung function will t…

This study compares two ways to help people with bronchiectasis breathe easier during a sudden worsening of their condition. Twenty patients in the ICU will receive either a high flow nasal cannula or non-invasive ventilation. Researchers will measure how long patients stay in th…

This study follows 200 adults with bronchiectasis who use the LibAirty airway clearance system at home as part of their regular care. Researchers want to see how often lung flare-ups happen over a year. Participants fill out short questionnaires and have their medical records rev…

This study looks at whether Street Racket, a simple racket sport, can be added to standard pulmonary rehabilitation for people with chronic lung disease. Twelve participants will play Street Racket every two weeks during their rehab program. Researchers will measure how acceptabl…

This early-stage trial tests the safety of an inhaled study drug called CHF6333. It involves 45 participants: first, healthy volunteers and people with bronchiectasis receive a single dose; then, people with bronchiectasis receive repeated doses. The goal is to check for side eff…

This study tests whether a new device called Simeox, which uses gentle vibrations to loosen mucus without forced breathing, works better than standard chest physiotherapy for people with bronchiectasis. Forty adults with stable disease will try both methods in a crossover design.…

This study tests a special breathing exercise program for adults with bronchiectasis, a chronic lung disease that causes coughing and shortness of breath. The program combines breathing muscle training with core-strengthening exercises. Researchers will measure lung function, mus…

This study is testing whether using an oscillating PEP (OPEP) device—a handheld breathing tool that helps clear mucus—can improve quality of life for people with bronchiectasis. Researchers will give questionnaires to 60 children (ages 8+) and adults before and after they start u…

This study is testing a new interactive digital breathing game designed to help children with bronchiectasis clear mucus from their lungs at home. The game aims to replace the need for a physiotherapist by using a device connected to a phone or computer. The trial will involve 40…

This study tests whether a home-based breathing and respiratory muscle training program, supported by a health coach, can help people with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis improve their exercise ability and lung function. About 50 participants will use a digital program at home…

This study follows 900 people with bronchiectasis—a condition where airways are damaged and prone to infection—to learn why they get sick repeatedly. Researchers will collect medical history, lung function tests, and blood, urine, and sputum samples from patients and their family…

This study looks at how mucus plugs in the lungs affect breathing in people with severe asthma. Researchers will use special MRI scans to see air flow in blocked areas. Only 5 adults with severe asthma will take part, and the goal is to better understand lung function, not to tes…

This observational study compares how people with bronchiectasis and healthy volunteers respond to different exercise tests, including a 6-minute stepper test, a 6-minute walk test, and a 1-minute sit-to-stand test. Researchers will measure breathing, heart rate, and muscle stren…

This study reviews medical records of 500 Polynesian patients with bronchiectasis (widened airways) to understand why the condition is so common in French Polynesia. Researchers will look at age of onset, family history, infections, and CT scan patterns to see if a genetic cause …

This study aims to understand why breathlessness varies among people with different lung diseases like COPD, asthma, and ILD. Researchers will measure lung function, exercise ability, and breathing patterns in 75 participants (50 with lung disease and 25 healthy controls). The go…

This study follows 320 Chinese adults with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis (a chronic lung condition causing cough and infections) and some healthy volunteers for 12 months. Researchers will collect lung function tests, blood samples, and imaging to identify biomarkers and dis…

This study is analyzing the exhaled breath of 5,000 people with lung or airway diseases to find unique molecular patterns. The goal is to better identify and distinguish different respiratory conditions and improve disease management. Participants simply provide breath samples, a…

This observational study is developing a computer model to identify different types of bronchiectasis in adults. Researchers will collect health data from 750 participants over time to see if they can predict disease patterns. No treatments or interventions are given; participant…

This study is creating a new scoring system called BASE to measure how severe bronchiectasis is and predict the chance of a flare-up over the next year. Researchers will follow 750 adults with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis for 12 months, collecting routine medical data. No n…

This study looks at how the relationship between doctors and patients affects the way medical decisions are made. Researchers will interview 300 patients and healthcare workers in Singapore to understand what makes a good partnership. The goal is to learn how these partnerships c…

This study looks at 80 adults—40 with NTM lung disease (not on antibiotics) and 40 with bronchiectasis alone—to see if their health needs differ. Using questionnaires and simple physical tests, researchers will assess quality of life, nutrition, mood, and muscle strength. The goa…

This study looks at how having heart problems affects the severity of lung flare-ups and quality of life in people with bronchiectasis (a chronic lung condition). Researchers will compare 30 adults with bronchiectasis who also have heart conditions to those without heart issues. …

This study aims to see if analyzing the chemicals in a child's breath can help diagnose and monitor diseases like asthma, neurological disorders, and type 1 diabetes. Researchers will collect breath samples from up to 3,600 children and teens to find patterns linked to these cond…

This study creates a registry and biorepository of lung images and biological samples from 100 people with pulmonary disease. Researchers will use this information to better understand imaging biomarkers and develop new analysis methods for CT and MRI scans. Participants must alr…

This study looks at the physical properties of lung mucus in people with obstructive pulmonary disease. Researchers will collect sputum samples before and after chest physiotherapy or exercise to see how these treatments change the mucus. The goal is to better understand the dise…

This study will follow 1000 adults for up to 10 years, using a special type of CT scan (photon-counting) to look for lung nodules, tumors, and other lung conditions. Researchers will also use artificial intelligence to create a virtual copy of each person's lungs, called a 'digit…

This study measures how hard children with conditions like neuromuscular disease, scoliosis, or heart problems work to breathe. Researchers use a thin tube placed through the nose into the esophagus to measure breathing muscle strength and effort. The goal is to better understand…

This study is enrolling 100 adults with stable bronchiectasis (a chronic lung condition) to see if certain blood markers and CT scan findings can predict who will have frequent flare-ups. Researchers will measure inflammation markers like CRP and cell ratios, along with detailed …

This study looks at physical fitness in children aged 7 to 18 who have bronchiectasis, a lung condition. Researchers will use fun, game-like tests to measure fitness, along with lung function and muscle strength. The goal is to better understand how the disease impacts children's…

This study looks at how the immune system influences disease control in people with inflammatory airway diseases like asthma, COPD, and bronchiectasis. Researchers will analyze blood and sputum samples from 200 participants to find links between immune cell patterns and disease s…

This study uses donated human lungs to develop a standard method for a new freezing catheter that can take tissue samples (biopsy) and destroy abnormal tissue (ablation). Researchers will test different freezing times and temperatures to find the safest and most effective techniq…

This study looks at the bacteria living in the lungs of people with a chronic lung condition called bronchiectasis who may also have an NTM infection. Researchers will collect sputum and airway samples from 1000 participants to compare the lung microbiome of those with and withou…

This study is gathering detailed information from 470 adults with chronic inflammatory lung diseases like asthma, COPD, and cystic fibrosis, as well as healthy volunteers. Researchers will analyze clinical, biological, and lifestyle factors to identify distinct disease subtypes. …

This study is building a bio-bank of blood samples from people who have had a lung transplant. Researchers will use these samples to study advanced lung diseases and improve transplant care. The goal is to better understand how infections and other factors affect patient outcomes…

This early-stage study tests a new drug called RSS0343 in 48 healthy adults to see if it is safe and how the body handles it. Participants take the drug or a placebo by mouth for a short time. The goal is to check for side effects and measure drug levels in the blood. This study …

This study follows 150 adults with bronchiectasis for two years to understand how bacteria in the airways and gut influence disease progression. Researchers will also examine how macrolide antibiotics (like azithromycin) work to improve symptoms. Participants provide sputum, stoo…

This study looks at how fungi in the environment (like mold in homes) affect people with asthma, allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA), and bronchiectasis. Researchers will collect dust and sputum samples from 125 adults aged 18–80 and follow them for 6 months. The goal …

This study is testing whether wearable sensors that track things like heart rate and breathing can detect changes during a chest infection in adults with cystic fibrosis or bronchiectasis. Researchers will monitor 50 patients who are starting intravenous antibiotics for a lung in…

This study aims to better understand bronchiectasis, a chronic lung disease, in Chinese patients. Researchers will collect data from 1500 adults to identify different disease types and their underlying causes. The goal is to improve diagnosis and tailor treatments for each patien…

This study is looking for better ways to predict if a lung transplant will be rejected. Researchers will collect blood samples from 244 lung transplant recipients over time and analyze them using advanced techniques. The goal is to create a model that can identify early signs of …

This study follows 1,850 bronchiectasis patients over three years, collecting sputum samples monthly to analyze how lung bacteria change over time. Researchers will sequence the DNA of bacteria like Pseudomonas aeruginosa to see how they evolve and become resistant to antibiotics…

This study looks at how nutrition impacts the progression of bronchiectasis, a chronic lung disease. Researchers will measure things like arm circumference, grip strength, and body mass index in 300 adults. They will track how often participants have flare-ups and how their lung …

This pilot study is testing a new ultrasound tool that measures how much the lungs stretch (strain) in patients on breathing machines in the ICU. The goal is to collect initial data from 10 adults with lung disease to see if this technique can help doctors better monitor and prev…

This study surveys 384 adults in Türkiye who have completed a pulmonary rehabilitation program for lung conditions like COPD or asthma. Researchers want to learn how satisfied patients are and how the rehab team's structure affects their experience. No new treatment is being test…