COPD study aims to unlock secrets of lung health over time
NCT ID NCT04168216
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study followed 31 adults with COPD for 12 weeks to track how their inflammation levels, lung function, and symptoms change over time. Researchers measured daily lung function and symptoms, along with weekly or biweekly blood and sputum tests. The goal was to better understand COPD patterns, which could help design more effective treatments in the future.
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 study could help researchers design better treatments for COPD by revealing how symptoms, lung function, and inflammation change over time.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early exploratory study with only 31 participants. It is not testing a new treatment, so it may not lead directly to any new therapy.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Research Site
Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 7LE, United Kingdom
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