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Can video calls reveal how cystic fibrosis affects daily life?

NCT ID NCT04673331

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Hacettepe University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 31, 2026 · Last updated Sep 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Researchers at Hacettepe University are using video conferencing to compare physical activity, exercise capacity, quality of life, cognitive function, and COVID-19 phobia in adults with cystic fibrosis against healthy individuals. Participants complete simple remote tests like a 3-minute step test and a 1-minute sit-to-stand test, plus questionnaires. The study aims to understand the broader impacts of cystic fibrosis beyond lung function, especially during pandemic conditions.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Telerehabilitation assessments including a 3-minute step test and 1-minute sit-to-stand test
What this could lead to
If successful, this could reveal how cystic fibrosis affects daily function and mental health compared with healthy adults, guiding future remote rehabilitation programs.
What could go wrong
This is a small observational comparison, not a treatment trial. Results may not apply broadly, and remote assessments may be less precise than in-person tests.

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Study facts

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Participants

50 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2021

Finished

Aug 2021

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Patients and healthy individuals between 18-65 years old, who are diagnosed with cystic fibrosis will be included in the study.

Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Being over 18 years old Having the ability to access the internet through a device (computer or mobile device) that enables video conferencing Giving consent on a voluntary basis Exclusion Criteria: * Severe comorbidity that limits mobilization or physical activity(orthopedic, cardiac or neurological condition) Pregnancy

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Conditions

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cystic fibrosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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Cystic fibrosis

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hacettepe University

    Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

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