Scientists hunt for COPD genes in young patients

NCT ID NCT01177618

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study aims to find the genes that make some people develop severe COPD at a young age (before 53). Researchers will compare the DNA of 2,000 people with early-onset COPD to healthy people. The goal is to understand why some smokers get COPD while others don't, which could lead to better prevention and treatment.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

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    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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