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New treatment option for COPD
Official title PEP-buddy in COPD: Effect on Dyspnea Severity and Mechanism of Action
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05938738
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Chronic dyspnea is the most characteristic symptom of patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), with intermittent increases during exercise and other events.Despite optimal standard therapy, episodic dyspnea is a common occurrence in COPD. Recently, the PEP buddy was developed which is an easy-to use, hands-free device that generates positive expiratory pressure (PEP).
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 40 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age ≥40 years
- Read, understood and signed Informed Consent
- COPD Gold class II-IV/ B or E (FEV1\<60% of predicted, CAT ≥10 points) 5\. Optimized standard therapy according to the study physician 6. Episodic...
You likely can't join if
- Other severe disease causing episodic breathlessness
- Life expectancy ≤ 3 months
- Exacerbation of COPD 4 weeks prior to inclusion
- Change in COPD management targeted at breathlessness 8 weeks prior to inclusion
- Inability to use the PEP buddy device
- Currently participating in another treatment clinical study
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age ≥40 years
- Read, understood and signed Informed Consent
- COPD Gold class II-IV/ B or E (FEV1\<60% of predicted, CAT ≥10 points) 5\. Optimized standard therapy according to the study physician 6. Episodic breathlessness requiring intervention (i.e. taking rest during physical...
- Other severe disease causing episodic breathlessness
- Life expectancy ≤ 3 months
- Exacerbation of COPD 4 weeks prior to inclusion
- Change in COPD management targeted at breathlessness 8 weeks prior to inclusion
- Inability to use the PEP buddy device
- Currently participating in another treatment clinical study
- Any other conditions, which, in the opinion of the investigator would make the patient unsuitable for inclusion, or could interfere with the patient participating in or completing the study.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Groningen, Provincie Groningen, Netherlands
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 40 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Groningen, Provincie Groningen, Netherlands. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.