Scientists probe hidden nerve signals in COPD patients

NCT ID NCT04849806

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at why people with COPD may have overactive nerve signals that increase heart rate and narrow blood vessels. Researchers will measure nerve activity, breathing, and inflammation in 135 adults with COPD. The goal is to better understand the causes, not to test a new treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autonomic nervous system disorder chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD, severe early onset sympathetic nervous system disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • RWTH Aachen University

    RECRUITING

    Aachen, Germany

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