Tiny nail vessels could reveal hidden cause of lung disease
NCT ID NCT07283081
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a simple, non-invasive nail microscope exam (capillaroscopy) can help doctors find connective tissue disease faster in people newly diagnosed with interstitial lung disease. 48 adults will get the exam alongside standard care. The goal is to see if this extra test leads to a quicker diagnosis and earlier treatment.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors diagnose connective tissue disease in lung disease patients more quickly, leading to earlier treatment.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study (48 participants) that only looks at diagnostic accuracy, not treatment outcomes. Results may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU de Bordeaux - service de rhumatologie
RECRUITINGBordeaux, France
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