Gene hunt aims to unlock secrets of lung scarring

NCT ID NCT00258544

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

Summary

This study looks at lung tissue from 80 people with pulmonary fibrosis to find unique genetic markers linked to scarring. By analyzing gene activity, researchers hope to better understand the disease and pave the way for new diagnostic tools and treatments. Participants must be 18 or older and already scheduled for a lung biopsy.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Fibrosis idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis pulmonary fibrosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Pittsburgh

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States