Diaphragm dysfunction may explain shortness of breath in lung patients

NCT ID NCT05903001

First seen Jan 29, 2026 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 12 times

Summary

This study looks at how well the diaphragm works in 800 people with lung diseases like asthma, COPD, fibrosis, and pulmonary hypertension. Researchers want to see if diaphragm problems are linked to shortness of breath. Participants will do walking and sitting tests to measure breathing and function. The goal is to better understand why breathing difficulties happen.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • RWTH Aachen University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, 52074, Germany

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