Obesity and asthma: new imaging reveals hidden lung damage
NCT ID NCT04512547
First seen Apr 07, 2026 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study looked at why obese people with asthma often have more severe symptoms and don't respond well to standard treatments. Researchers used special MRI scans and genetic analysis to examine lung changes in 49 obese adults with asthma. The goal was to better understand the role of inflammation and lung scarring, which could lead to better treatments in the future.
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Duke Asthma Allergy and Airway Center
Durham, North Carolina, 27705, United States
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