Gene clues could unlock milder forms of rare lung disease
NCT ID NCT04901715
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 03, 2026 · Updated 19 times
Summary
This study looked at 27 people with Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD), a rare lung disease, to see how different gene mutations affect the lungs' ability to clear mucus. Researchers measured clearance using a safe radioactive tracer and compared results between those with mild and severe gene types, as well as healthy volunteers. The goal is to better understand which genes lead to milder disease, which could guide future treatments.
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University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27514, United States
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