Early screening for COPD in young adults
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study looks for early signs of COPD (chronic lung disease) in younger people who smoke or have had a CT scan showing emphysema. By spotting COPD early, doctors hope to start treatments sooner and slow the disease down.
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 70 years old.
- You have a smoking history of at least 10 pack-years (for example, 1 pack a day for 10 years) OR a CT scan shows emphysema.
- You are able to complete a simple breathing test (pulmonary function test) and cooperate with the study team.
- You have not already been diagnosed with COPD, and you do not have other serious lung conditions (like interstitial lung disease, bronchiectasis, or lung surgery).
- You do not have severe heart, liver, kidney, or mental health problems, and you are not pregnant or planning pregnancy.
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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