Lung transplant infection study aims to improve Long-Term survival
NCT ID NCT00177918
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study followed 600 lung transplant recipients at the University of Pittsburgh to see how common viral and bacterial infections are and how they affect long-term health. Researchers focused on whether a specific infection (C. pneumoniae) is linked to a condition called bronchiolitis obliterans, which can damage the lungs. The goal is to better understand infections after transplant to improve patient outcomes.
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 research could help doctors better predict and manage infections after lung transplants, potentially improving long-term survival.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove that controlling infections will improve outcomes, and results may not apply to all transplant centers.
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University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States