Gene mutation linked to unexplained emphysema?
NCT ID NCT07592637
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study aims to find out how often people with FLNA gene mutations develop emphysema, a type of lung disease. Researchers will use chest CT scans, blood tests, and lung function tests in 70 participants. The goal is to confirm if FLNA changes are a cause of unexplained emphysema.
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 confirm that FLNA mutations cause unexplained emphysema, guiding future screening and research.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not find a strong link, and results may not apply to everyone with FLNA mutations.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Lille University Hospital
Lille, 59000, France
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