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A Pilot Study to Assess Body Mass Composition Measurement Using BIA and Muscle Ultrasound in IPF and PPF Patients on Anti-fibrotic Medications

Recruitingn/aAges 18 Years - anyAllRoyal Brompton & Harefield NHS Foundation Trust
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

To assess the impact on body mass composition from anti-fibrotic medications used in fibrotic lung disease by using BIA and muscle ultrasound

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * A diagnosis of Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis or progressive pulmonary fibrosis * Newly commencing anti-fibrotic medication (either nintedanib or pirfenidone) * Subject aged \> 18 years * Able to willingly give consent Exclusion Criteria: * Co-morbidities currently requiring enteral feeding * Weight loss \> 10% in preceding 3-6 months * Significant musculoskeletal issues that may impact muscle mass * End of life care (expected \< 6 weeks left to live) * Previous anti-fibrotic use * Currently on \> Prednisolone 10mg daily * Presence of implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) or permanent pacemaker (PPM) * Heart failure * Pregnancy
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What it tests

  • No Interventions
  • No intervention
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Where

1 site
Royal Brompton Hospital
London, United Kingdom
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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