Sputum-guided care to help manage COPD flare-ups
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests a COPD care plan guided by what’s found in your mucus (sputum), along with comprehensive case management. It aims to reduce COPD flare-ups and improve day-to-day health for people with a history of frequent exacerbations.
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Who can take part
- You have had at least 2 COPD flare-ups in the past 12 months
- A breathing test or scan shows COPD (FEV1/FVC below 0.7, or emphysema seen on imaging)
- You have a smoking history of more than 10 pack-years
- You do not have severe mental illness that is not controlled by medication
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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