Xenon MRI for Lung Disease with Mucus Plugs

Evaluation of Ventilation Defects Downstream of Mucus Plugs in Patients With Muco-Obstructive Lung Disease

Recruiting Observational Study
Severe Asthma COPD Non-CF Bronchiectasis Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. No Study Drug Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 65
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
8 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Kansas Medical Center · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for patients with muco-obstructive lung diseases like COPD or cystic fibrosis. Participants will have MRIs to assess how mucus plugs affect breathing in their lungs.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 18 and 65 years old.
  • I have been diagnosed with muco-obstructive pulmonary disease for more than 1 year.
  • I can complete the informed consent process.
  • I can perform a breathing test (spirometry) as needed.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have had a respiratory infection in the last 4 weeks.
  • My body mass index (BMI) is more than 30.
  • I have visited the emergency room for my lung condition in the past 4 weeks.
  • I have a significant medical illness like heart disease or cancer.
  • My resting oxygen level is below 90%.
  • I am pregnant or have a positive pregnancy test.
  • I have participated in another clinical trial within the last 30 days.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

In this study, xenon MRI will be used to evaluate regional functional consequences of mucus plugs in the lungs of patients with muco-obstructive pulmonary disease. Mucus plugs will be identified using CT imaging, and xenon MRI will be used to evaluate ventilation and gas exchange impairments in regions of the lungs corresponding to the airways downstream of mucus plugs.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adequate completion of informed consent process with written documentation * Patients 18 - 65 years old * • Physician diagnosis of muco-obstructive pulmonary disease, including cystic fibrosis, severe asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or non-cystic fibrosis bronch…
Contacts

Cristal Monge

(913) 945-9399

chernandez@kumc.edu

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