Heart and lung function study with exercise test and five-year follow-up
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at how your heart and lungs work during exercise by using a special test called a cardiopulmonary exercise test (CPET). Researchers will follow you for up to five years to see how your health changes. It may help you understand your heart condition better and get more personalized care.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You can understand and sign a consent form.
- You do not have a severe heart or lung condition (like a recent heart attack, unstable angina, or very low oxygen).
- You do not have a condition that could be made worse by exercise (like uncontrolled asthma or epilepsy).
- You do not have a physical disability that prevents you from using a treadmill or exercise bike.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
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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