Which lung test is best for scleroderma patients?
NCT ID NCT05505617
First seen Apr 30, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This study compared two commercially available devices that measure how well the lungs transfer nitric oxide and carbon monoxide. Nine adults with systemic sclerosis and related lung disease took part. Each person was tested with both devices in random order to see if the results differ. The goal was to understand whether device choice matters in people with lung impairment.
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University of Zurich
Zurich, Canton of Zurich, 8001, Switzerland
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help doctors choose the right device for measuring lung function in people with scleroderma-related lung disease.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, completed study with only 9 participants. It does not test a treatment, so it cannot directly improve health.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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