New pneumonia tests for adults 65 and older
Part of Infections, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests new ways to diagnose pneumonia faster and more accurately in older adults who come to the emergency room with breathing problems. The goal is to see if these new tests work better than the current methods.
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Who can take part
- 65 years old or older
- Visiting the emergency room with shortness of breath or chest trouble
- Doctor thinks you might have pneumonia before any tests are done
- No antibiotics in the last 2 weeks
- No recent low respiratory illness (like bronchitis) in the last month
- No active cancer, organ transplant, or weak immune system
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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