Can a natural hormone help COPD patients breathe easier?
NCT ID NCT00581087
First seen Jun 14, 2026 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a hormone called DHEA can improve exercise ability in adults with COPD who also have high blood pressure in their lungs. About 60 participants took either DHEA or a placebo daily for a year. The main goal was to see if they could walk farther in six minutes. The study was completed in France.
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Locations
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APHP hospital Antoine Béclère GHU sud
Clamart, 92141, France
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University Hospital, Bordeaux
Bordeaux, France
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University Hospital, Limoges
Limoges, France
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University Hospital, Strasbourg
Strasbourg, France
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University Hospital, Toulouse
Toulouse, France
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