Can a strong support system help COPD patients breathe easier?
NCT ID NCT07353034
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study explores how emotional, practical, and social support affects the ability of people with COPD to manage their own health. Researchers will survey 111 adults aged 40 and older with COPD, and interview 20 of them in depth. The goal is to understand what helps or hinders self-management, so better support programs can be created.
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Conditions
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Medical University of South Carolina
RECRUITINGCharleston, South Carolina, 29425, United States
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