New french tool aims to measure hidden toll on COPD caregivers

NCT ID NCT06652204

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests a French version of a questionnaire that measures the burden on caregivers of people with COPD. Researchers will ask 224 caregivers to fill out the questionnaire along with other surveys to see if it works well. The goal is to give doctors a reliable way to spot and support caregivers who are struggling.

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 will provide a reliable tool to measure caregiver burden in French-speaking COPD caregivers, helping identify those who need support.
What could go wrong: This is a validation study, not a treatment trial. The questionnaire may not capture all aspects of caregiver burden, and results may not apply to all caregivers.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD, severe early onset

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CAREGIVER COPD (CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE)

Contacts and locations

Locations

Centre hospitalier de Morlaix
RECRUITING

Morlaix, 29600, France
Chu Brest
RECRUITING

Brest, 29609, France

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