Respiratory bronchiolitis-interstitial lung disease syndrome
MONDO:0019204Respiratory bronchiolitis - interstitial lung disease is a mild inflammatory pulmonary disorder developed by cigarette smokers and characterized by shortness of breath and cough, pulmonary function abnormalities of mixed restrictive and obstructive lung disease and high resolution CT scanning showing centrilobular micronodules, ground glass opacities and peribronchiolar thickening.
Also known as: RB-ILD
50 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 0 tagged with Respiratory bronchiolitis-interstitial lung disease syndrome itself.
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New rapid test could slash unnecessary antibiotic use in emergency rooms
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests a fast point-of-care PCR test (Spotfire) that quickly identifies whether a respiratory infection is caused by a virus. The goal is to give ER doctors results faster so they can avoid prescribing antibiotics when they won't help. The trial enrolls 200 adults with …
Sponsor: Christopher Payette • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Scientists sniff out virus spread with home air monitors
Knowledge-focused PausedThis study looks at whether air samplers placed in homes can detect viruses that cause colds and flu, and how that compares to standard nasal swabs. About 422 students and their families will participate. The goal is to better understand how respiratory viruses spread through hou…
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could a simple spit test replace the dreaded deep nose swab?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study compares new, less invasive ways to collect samples for respiratory virus testing—like a nasal wash or saliva—against the standard deep nose swab. Researchers want to see if these gentler methods work just as well and cause less pain. About 1,000 adults in the emergenc…
Sponsor: University of Nebraska • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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15-Minute nasal swab could curb antibiotic overuse for colds
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study places a rapid testing device in primary care clinics to help doctors quickly identify whether a cold-like illness is caused by a virus or bacteria. About 8,000 adults with symptoms like cough or runny nose will get a nasal swab, with results in 15 minutes. The goal is…
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Scientists launch massive effort to understand rare lung diseases
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis registry is following 867 people with idiopathic interstitial pneumonias (IIPs), a group of rare lung diseases. The goal is to learn how these diseases behave over time, how they are diagnosed, and what treatments doctors currently use. No new drugs or procedures are being t…
Sponsor: North East Japan Study Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC