Lung ultrasound test to rule out rejection after lung transplant
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study checks whether a painless lung ultrasound can help tell when rejection is unlikely after a lung transplant. If it works, it could reduce the need for other tests in people who feel well.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are over 18 years old and had a single, double, or heart-lung transplant
- You currently feel well (no symptoms)
- Your breathing test (spirometry) is normal, meaning your FEV1 has not dropped more than 10% from your usual baseline
- Your chest X-ray of the transplanted lung area is clear
- You can consent to the ultrasound testing
- The ultrasound team must be able to get clear pictures; for example, certain skin air pockets or other technical issues may stop participation
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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