Protein, muscle loss, obesity, and COPD study
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether a protein intervention can help women over 55 with COPD who also have muscle loss and obesity. It aims to improve their strength and health.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman aged 55 years or older.
- You have been diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- You can read and write in English.
- You can travel to the study center.
- You do not have dementia or cancer.
- Your life expectancy is more than one year.
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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