Lung stem cell infusion trial aims to halt scarring in IPF patients

NCT ID NCT04262167

First seen Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 17 times

Summary

This early-phase trial tests whether a person's own lung stem cells, grown from a small biopsy and given through an IV, are safe for treating idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that causes lung scarring and breathing difficulty. About 24 adults aged 40-80 with IPF will receive either a low or high dose of stem cells or standard care alone. Researchers will monitor for side effects and changes in lung scarring over two years.

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Locations

  • University of North Carolina as Chapel Hill

    Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27514, United States

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