New study probes hidden lung changes in obese asthma patients
NCT ID NCT04512547
First seen Apr 07, 2026 · Last updated May 21, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
This study looked at 49 obese adults with asthma to understand why they often have more severe symptoms and don't respond well to standard treatments. Researchers used special MRI scans and genetic analysis of lung cells to examine airway damage and scarring. The goal was to uncover the underlying mechanisms, not to test a new treatment.
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Duke Asthma Allergy and Airway Center
Durham, North Carolina, 27705, United States
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