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Ancient wisdom meets modern lung care: can TCM ease COPD in the elderly?

NCT ID NCT07780682

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Henan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 21, 2026 · Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Summary

This study follows a large group of elderly COPD patients to see if those using traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) experience fewer acute flare-ups and better lung function compared to those who do not. Researchers will track annual exacerbation rates and measure breathing capacity, exercise tolerance, and symptom patterns. The goal is to understand whether TCM offers real-world benefits and how its effects might relate to specific patient characteristics.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) protocols compared with non-TCM interventions
What this could lead to
If TCM proves effective, it could offer a complementary approach to managing COPD in older adults, potentially reducing flare-ups and improving quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is an observational cohort study, not a controlled trial, so results may be influenced by confounding factors. The effectiveness of TCM can vary widely due to individualized treatments.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

About 2,386 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Aug 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Feb 2030

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

COPD is a common chronic respiratory disease characterized by persistent respiratory symptoms and airflow limitation, with recurrent acute exacerbations and progressive impairment of respiratory function.

Ages

60 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients diagnosed with COPD; * Age ≥ 60 years old; * Voluntary participation in this study, and sign the informed consent form. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with various mental illnesses or other conditions that prevent normal communication; * Patients with a history of pulmonary surgery, such as lung volume reduction surgery or lung transplantation; * Patients with confirmed human immunodeficiency virus infection or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine

    Zhengzhou, Henan, 450000, China

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