Kids' lung health under the microscope: Obesity's Long-Term impact revealed

NCT ID NCT06447246

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study looks at how obesity affects children's breathing and exercise ability over 6 years. Researchers will re-test 90 kids (some with obesity, some without) who were first studied between ages 8-12. They will measure lung function, exercise tolerance, and shortness of breath to understand long-term effects. No treatment is given—this is an observation-only study.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Institute for Exercise and Environmental Medicine, UT Southwestern and Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas

    Dallas, Texas, 75231, United States

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