COPD

This registry collects data on lung transplant patients whose donor lungs were preserved and transported using the LUNGguard or BAROguard devices. Researchers track outcomes such as primary graft dysfunction, rejection, survival, ICU and hospital stays, readmissions, and time on …

This study tests whether a pharmacist-led mobile game can improve health in adults aged 50 and older with COPD. 126 participants will either receive usual care or use the game at home for 2 weeks with pharmacist guidance. The goal is to see if the game helps with symptoms, inhale…

This trial investigates whether delivering a mucus-thinning medication (NAC) with positive airway pressure improves its ability to clear mucus plugs in the lungs of people with asthma or COPD. Participants will receive NAC plus albuterol through either a standard nebulizer or a d…

This study tests whether a structured care program (called a transition bundle) helps people with COPD recover better after a serious flare-up. The program includes guided steps and regular check-ins. About 1,368 patients across 36 hospitals will take part. The goal is to see if …

This Phase 2 trial tests solrikitug, a biologic drug given as a shot, in 171 adults with moderate-to-severe COPD and high eosinophil levels. The study compares two doses of solrikitug against a placebo to see if it safely reduces inflammation and improves lung function over time.…

This study tests a transitional care model for older adults (65+) hospitalized with heart failure, COPD, or pneumonia. The model provides extra education, social services, and coordination among doctors after discharge. Researchers compare this to usual care to see if it reduces …

This study tests whether atorvastatin, a widely used cholesterol medication, can reduce inflammation and prevent flare-ups in smokers with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). About 460 participants will receive either atorvastatin or a placebo for several months. The go…

This study tests whether using a handheld breathing device (OPEP) at home, combined with aerobic exercise, can reduce serious flare-ups and hospital visits in people with moderate to severe COPD. About 312 participants aged 40-80 will be split into four groups: standard care, OPE…

This study tests whether regular follow-up calls or visits from a nurse can help smokers aged 35-65 who are screened for COPD to quit smoking. About 233 participants will receive ongoing nursing support. The goal is to see if this simple, low-cost approach reduces the number of c…

This study looks at 150 adults with COPD who have just had a breathing tube removed. It compares two ways to help them breathe: a high-flow nasal cannula (a soft tube that delivers warm, moist oxygen) versus noninvasive ventilation (a mask that pushes air into the lungs). The goa…

This trial is testing whether taking daily vitamin D3 and fish oil supplements can reduce the risk of lung problems like COPD flare-ups, asthma attacks, and pneumonia in older adults. It involves over 25,000 men and women aged 50 and older who do not have a history of cancer or h…

This study looks at whether people with COPD and chronic bronchitis who switch from regular cigarettes to a tobacco heating system feel better and breathe easier. About 290 adults aged 40 and older who have smoked for at least 10 years will take part. Researchers will measure cou…

This study tests whether dronabinol, a synthetic form of THC (the psychoactive compound in cannabis), can reduce severe breathlessness in people with advanced COPD. Thirty participants will receive both dronabinol and a placebo in random order to compare effects. The goal is to s…

This study tests a new nurse-led counselling program designed to help people with stable COPD manage emotional distress. Fifteen outpatients will receive ten counselling sessions over three months. The main goal is to see if the program is feasible, not to prove it works. Researc…

This study tests an 8-week program called Step-CBT that combines physical activity goals with cognitive behavioral therapy for veterans with COPD who also have depression or anxiety. The program is delivered via video calls to make it accessible. Researchers want to see if it is …

This study is testing whether taking probiotic capsules daily for 16 weeks can reduce shortness of breath and improve lung function in people with COPD. Sixty adults with stable COPD will receive either the probiotic or a placebo. Researchers will measure changes in breathing, sy…

Researchers at the Royal Free Hospital are testing whether electrical impedance tomography (EIT), a radiation-free imaging method that uses a chest belt and low-level electrical currents, can help clinicians adjust breathing machines for people with chronic respiratory failure. T…

This study looks at whether fungi moving from the gut into the blood can cause inflammation and worsen lung function in people with HIV. Researchers will measure a fungal marker called BDG in blood and urine, and track lung health over three years. The goal is to better understan…

This study compares over 1,500 people living with HIV to a similar group from the general population to see if conditions like heart disease, COPD, and liver disease are more common or develop faster in those with HIV. Using detailed scans and tests, researchers will measure the …

This observational study follows 2,000 Korean COPD patients over time to learn how the disease develops, especially in its early stages. By tracking symptoms, lung function, and flare-ups, researchers hope to identify patterns that could lead to earlier detection and better preve…

This study aims to improve how doctors communicate with patients facing serious illnesses like cancer, heart failure, COPD, or dementia. Researchers will give doctors detailed feedback on their conversations about goals of care. The goal is to help patients receive care that matc…

This study follows 200 adults aged 30-55 who smoke or have early COPD to learn how the disease progresses. Researchers will use breathing tests, symptom surveys, and CT scans to find early warning signs. The goal is to better understand risk factors and improve future care for CO…

This study is testing a tiny camera called micro OCT that can take detailed pictures of cells inside the lungs and nose. Researchers want to see if it works well in people with cystic fibrosis and other lung conditions. The goal is to eventually use this imaging to detect early d…

This study will follow 3,000 people with COPD who have frequent flare-ups to see how the disease changes over time and what treatments they receive. Researchers will collect information from medical records and surveys to understand treatment patterns, quality of life, and caregi…

This large real-world study will follow 10,000 Italian patients with COPD to see how their treatments, flare-ups, and other health conditions affect their risk of death. Researchers will collect data on medications, lung function, and heart problems over time. The goal is to bett…

This study uses special MRI scans with inhaled gases to see how lungs work in people with asthma, COPD, or COVID-19. Researchers will follow up to 160 participants over several years to track changes in lung function. The goal is to better understand why some patients struggle wi…

This study looks at 1,600 adults in Hong Kong who have been diagnosed with asthma or COPD to find out how many have both conditions (called Asthma-COPD Overlap). Researchers will track their health for 3 years to see how they do and whether their treatment matches guidelines. The…

This study looks at whether a structured exercise and education program (pulmonary rehabilitation) can reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in people with stable COPD. Researchers will measure specific blood markers before and after the program in 27 adults aged 40-80. The go…

This study is refining a questionnaire to help doctors detect small airway dysfunction in people with COPD. Researchers will also compare two breathing tests (spirometry and oscillometry) to see which works better in primary care. About 108 adults with asthma, COPD, or both will …

This study aimed to use a special MRI technique with hyperpolarized xenon gas to see how lung function changes in people with COPD after a procedure called targeted lung denervation. The goal was to better understand how the treatment affects breathing. However, the study was wit…

This study tests a wearable device called the RESP™ Biosensor that listens to lung sounds and chest movements. It is designed to help monitor people with COPD after they leave the hospital. The goal is to see if the device can detect early signs of a COPD flare-up, so patients ca…

This study aims to find COPD earlier in people who are already getting a lung CT scan as part of a lung health check. Researchers will invite 568 current or former smokers to take a simple breathing test a few weeks after their CT scan. The goal is to see if this approach helps d…

This study follows nearly 3,000 people with COPD (a chronic lung disease) over several years to understand how the disease progresses and what factors influence it. Researchers measure lung function, analyze mucus, and track environmental exposures like air pollution. The goal is…