Walking test to measure exercise ability before lung surgery
Part of Cancer, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial uses a shuttle walking test to see how well people with chronic lung disease can exercise before and after lung surgery. It may help doctors better understand recovery and plan care.
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Who can take part
- You are 40 years or older
- You are scheduled for surgery to remove part of your lung (for cancer or a non-cancerous growth)
- You have a long-term lung condition like COPD, ILD, or bronchiectasis
- You can walk enough to complete a shuttle walking test before surgery
- You can fill out short questionnaires about your breathing and quality of life
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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