Short step test may simplify fitness checks for lung patients
NCT ID NCT07193173
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether a 2-minute step test can accurately measure exercise ability in people with pulmonary hypertension, compared to the standard 6-minute walk test. Researchers will enroll 35 adults with the condition and measure oxygen use, heart rate, and breathlessness during both tests. If the step test proves valid, it could offer a faster, space-saving alternative for routine checkups.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could give doctors a simpler, quicker way to check fitness in people with pulmonary hypertension.
What could go wrong
This is a small, observational study with only 35 people. It does not test a treatment, so it won't directly improve health.
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Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)