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Gene hunt aims to unlock secrets of lung scarring

NCT ID NCT00258544

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 01, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looks at lung tissue from 80 people with pulmonary fibrosis to find unique genetic markers linked to scarring. By analyzing gene activity, researchers hope to better understand the disease and pave the way for new diagnostic tools and treatments. Participants must be 18 or older and already scheduled for a lung biopsy.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

80 people

The number who actually took part.

Start date

Oct 2001

Expected to finish

Jul 2030

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Population includes any patients seen at the Simmons Center for Interstitial Lung Disease with the possibility of having the diagnosis of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis who's physician has ordered an open Lung Biopsy. To check for the disease also known as IPF.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years or age or older * Diagnosis of pulmonary fibrosis * Undergoing open lung biopsy Exclusion Criteria: * N/A

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Fibrosis idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis pulmonary fibrosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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Pulmonary fibrosis

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Pittsburgh

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States

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