9/11 Workers' lungs under the microscope: new study seeks answers

NCT ID NCT03295279

First seen May 14, 2026 ยท Last updated May 14, 2026

Summary

This study looks at chest CT scans and breathing tests from over 2,000 World Trade Center workers and volunteers to better understand lung diseases like chronic airway disease, scarring, and cancer. Researchers want to see how these findings relate to symptoms and exposure to dust and fumes. The goal is to improve monitoring and early detection of lung problems in this group.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    New York, New York, 10029, United States

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