New MRI technique reveals how lung valves affect breathing in COPD patients

NCT ID NCT05433961

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 31 times

Summary

This study used a special type of MRI (xenon-129) to take detailed pictures of lung function in people with COPD who were scheduled to receive endobronchial valve therapy as part of their regular care. The goal was to see how the valves changed lung function over time. The study was stopped early, but it aimed to help doctors better understand how this treatment works.

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Locations

  • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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