Why do some feel more breathless? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07472738

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This observational study is investigating how patients with chronic airway diseases like COPD and asthma perceive breathing difficulty. Researchers will assess about 950 participants (800 patients and 150 healthy volunteers) using questionnaires, lung function tests, blood samples, and brain scans. The goal is to group patients based on their perception of breathlessness and other traits, which could lead to more personalized care in the future.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could help doctors better understand why some patients feel more breathless than others, leading to more personalized treatment plans for chronic airway diseases.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly improve health. The findings may not lead to immediate changes in care, and results depend on how well participants report their symptoms.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

asthma chronic obstructive pulmonary disease disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Beijing Chao-Yang Hospital

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    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China

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