Genetic Polymorphisms in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)
Recruiting
Observational Study
Pulmonary Fibrosis
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 2,000 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of Pittsburgh · Other
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About This Trial
The purposes of this study are: * to determine if there are specific genetic traits that might explain why patients have developed pulmonary fibrosis; * to determine if specific genetic traits account for differing patterns of inflammation and scar tissue that has formed in the patient's lungs.
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* 18 years of age or older
* Diagnosis of pulmonary fibrosis confirmed by physical examination, pulmonary function testing, chest X-ray, and computed tomography (CT) scans.
* Adult patients who are seeking treatment at the Dorothy P. and Richard P. Simmons Center for Interstitia…
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