A new lung procedure for chronic bronchitis symptoms
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests a minimally invasive procedure using a small tube through the mouth to treat chronic bronchitis and reduce flare-ups. It might help people with COPD who still have symptoms on their current medicines.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with COPD and have chronic bronchitis symptoms.
- You have had at least one COPD flare-up in the past.
- Your COPD medicines are stable, meaning you haven't needed a change recently.
- You are able to have a bronchoscopy, which is a tube placed into your lungs to look and treat.
- You do not use tobacco, e-cigarettes, vapes, or any other inhaled non-medical substances.
- You do not have unstable heart disease, uncontrolled diabetes, or other serious health problems.
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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