COPD EXACERBATION

This study looks at whether creating a personalized care plan for people with COPD after they leave the hospital can help them stay healthier and avoid future hospital visits. About 110 adults who smoke or used to smoke will get a thorough check-up and a custom plan that may incl…

This study tests a device called FreeO2 that automatically adjusts oxygen levels during breathing support. It includes 10 patients with COPD flare-ups or after weight-loss surgery. The goal is to see if the device keeps oxygen in a safe range better than manual adjustments.

This study compares a new asymmetric nasal high-flow interface to a standard nasal cannula in 50 people with mild-to-moderate COPD flare-ups. The goal is to see if the new device lowers carbon dioxide levels, reduces breathing rate, and improves comfort. Each participant will try…

After a COPD flare-up, leg muscles often become very weak, making daily tasks hard. This study compares two types of exercise for recovery: high-intensity strength training (lifting heavy weights a few times) versus traditional endurance training (like walking or cycling). Resear…

This study tests a new counseling program for people with COPD who are in the hospital for a sudden worsening of their condition. The program focuses on the emotional distress that often comes with these flare-ups. Twenty participants will receive ten counseling sessions with a s…

This study looks at records from 100,000 adults aged 40 and older with COPD in Hong Kong. Researchers will use machine learning (a type of artificial intelligence) to find patterns that predict who is likely to be readmitted to the hospital or die within a year. The goal is to be…