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Muscle mass may predict COPD prognosis, study finds

NCT ID NCT07541053

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Mansoura University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This completed study from Mansoura University looked at how low fat-free mass (muscle) affects the outlook for people with COPD. Researchers studied 90 adults aged 40 and older with confirmed COPD. They used breathing tests, a 6-minute walk test, CT scans, and the BODE index to measure health. The goal was to see if low muscle mass is linked to worse COPD outcomes.

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Study facts

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

Participants

90 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Apr 2024

Finished

Apr 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

* Group A: COPD patients with low FFM which is defined as fat-free mass refers primarily to muscle mass, especially while considering body composition and weight management. * Group B: COPD patients with normal FFM with matched age and sex to the patients group.

Ages

40 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Were adults aged ≥40 years with a clinical diagnosis of COPD confirmed by spirometry showing post-bronchodilator FEV₁/FVC \<0.70 according to GOLD 2024 criteria Exclusion Criteria: * Exacerbation within the preceding month, active pulmonary infection, physical disability precluding study measurements (e.g., musculoskeletal or neurological disorders), advanced heart failure (NYHA class III-IV), malignancy or hyperthyroidism.

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Conditions

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chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mansoura Univeristy Chest Medicine

    Al Mansurah, Egypt

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