Mucus plugs may trigger lung scarring in COPD patients
NCT ID NCT07236541
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether mucus plugs in the airways of COPD patients lead to lung fibrosis (scarring). Researchers will collect lung tissue and mucus from 20 people during lung cancer surgery and compare those with and without COPD. The goal is to understand the link and find new treatment targets.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could point toward new drug targets to prevent lung scarring in COPD patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early observational study with only 20 participants. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to all COPD patients.
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Zhongshan hospital
RECRUITINGShanghai, 200433, China
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