Heart Function Study for COPD Patients

Right Ventricular Response to Exercise Among Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
COPD Pulmonary Hypertension Exercise Right Ventricular (RV) Dysfunction Exercise Training
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
40 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
60 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Colorado, Denver · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) to study how their heart responds during rest and exercise. Taking part involves testing heart function while exercising at different intensity levels.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Rules you out Pulmonary hypertensionActive malignancySevere osteoarthritis

You may be able to join if

  • I have been diagnosed with COPD
  • I am 40 years or older

You may not be able to join if

  • I have had a COPD flare-up in the last 3 months
  • I have changed my COPD medications in the last 3 weeks
  • I need more than 6 liters of oxygen at rest
  • I need more than 10 liters of oxygen when I exercise
  • I have uncontrolled heart disease
  • I have severe sleep apnea or obesity hypoventilation syndrome
  • I am pregnant
  • I am engaged in regular exercise training

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
This study plans to learn more about heart function among individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). In particular, the investigators want to understand the different patterns of right ventricular response during rest and moderate- vs high-intensity exercise. By identifying patterns of right ventricular dysfunction, this study will help identify better treatments for patients w…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * COPD (determined by ratio of forced expiratory volume in 1 second to forced vital capacity \[FEV1/FVC\] \<0.7) * Age \>= 40 years Exclusion Criteria: * Exacerbation of COPD in the 3 months prior to enrollment * Change in COPD therapy in the 3 weeks prior to enrollment * Requ…
Contacts

Lindsay Forbes, MD

(303)724-4020

lindsay.forbes@cuanschutz.edu

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