Fractionated Versus Target-controlled Propofol Administration in Bronchoscopy
Lung CancerSarcoidosis1 moreAfter randomization, the subjects undergo flexible bronchoscopy either with fractionated propofol administration or with propofol-TCI. Measurement of blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen saturation, and oxygen requirement are measured continuously during the procedure and thereafter. Cumulative propofol dose, and induction, procedure, and recovery time are noted continuously during and after the procedure.
Rituximab in Rheumatoid Arthritis Lung Disease
Rheumatoid ArthritisInterstitial PneumoniaThis study will examine the course of patients with progressive rheumatoid arthritis associated interstitial lung disease (RA-ILD) treated with rituximab for safety and progression-free survival at 48 weeks. Safety of rituximab therapy in this disease will be assessed through patient history, physical exams and laboratory parameters. Twelve male/or female patient with RA-associated lung disease (6 of each nonspecific interstitial pneumonia (NSIP) and usual interstitial pneumonia (UIP) histological subtype) will be enrolled The study involves 12 visits over 48 weeks Rituximab will be administered intravenously at Day 1 and Day 15 with repeat dosing at six months.
Hyperpolarized 129-Xenon MRI in Fibrosing Interstitial Lung Disease
Progressive Fibrosing Interstitial Lung DiseaseThis project aims to investigate the potential of non-invasive imaging to identify and monitor the earliest signs and physiological effects of pulmonary fibrosis and resulting cardiac dysfunction in patients with fibrosing interstitial lung disease. Second, to evaluate baseline risk factors the progression and therapeutic responses to anti-fibrotic drugs.
Investigation of H01 in Adults With Pulmonary Hypertension Including Interstitial Lung Disease (The...
Pulmonary HypertensionThis study is a prospective, randomized, double-blind, study of H01 (Hymecromone) in adults with pulmonary hypertension (PH). The primary objective of this study is to evaluate the safety and tolerability of oral H01 and the potential benefit of oral H01 on clinical measures of PH disease severity over 24 weeks. Study Hypothesis: Oral H01, at doses of 1600 mg per day, will be a safe and well-tolerated agent in adults with pulmonary hypertension over 24 weeks
Ambulatory Oxygen for ILD
Interstitial Lung DiseasePeople with interstitial lung disease (ILD) are frequently prescribed ambulatory oxygen, to increase oxygen levels in the blood during daily activities. The best way of delivering this type of oxygen has not been established. The aim of this study is to compare two devices for delivering oxygen in people with interstitial lung disease - the traditional method using portable cylinders and a newer method using a portable concentrator. The investigators hypothesise that oxygen levels during exercise will be significantly higher when using a portable cylinder, but this difference will be small.
Clinical Characteristics of Interstitial Pneumonia With Autoimmune Features (IPAF) - a Multicenter...
Interstitial Lung DiseaseInterstitial Pneumonia2 moreInterstitial pneumonia with autoimmune features (IPAF) was defined in 2015 by the Working Group of the European Respiratory Society (ERS) and the American Thoracic Society (ATS) as interstitial pneumonia with some clinical and/or serological features suggesting presence of an underlying autoimmune disorder. However, ofiicial criteria for diagnosis of an autoimmune disease are not met. Aims of the study: Determine the incindence of IPAF in comparison with interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) and classic autoimmune diseases (ADs) in polish pulmonological centers. Clinical, serological, functional and radiological and histopathological characteristics of IPAF patients. Analysis of diagnostic strategies towards specific IPAF subgroups. Characterictics of potencial diagnostic, predictive and prognostic features of IPAF. Prospective assessment of IPAF patients in the courseof 5 years in order to determine stability of the diagnosis and potential progression to other diseases, e.g. ADs.
Nebulized Fentanyl in Patients With Mild to Moderate Interstitial Lung Disease and Chronic Dyspnea...
Interstitial Lung DiseasePatients with interstitial lung disease (ILD) experience distressing activity-related respiratory discomfort which is challenging to manage therapeutically. Interventions such as pulmonary rehabilitation, collaborative self-management, supplemental oxygen therapy and oral opiate medications, are variably effective and therapeutic responses to each in individual patients are difficult to predict. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the acute effects of inhaled opiate therapy (fentanyl citrate) on breathing discomfort (dyspnea) in individuals with mild-to-moderate ILD, as well as examine the potential mechanisms of dyspnea relief.
Efficacy and Safety of Nintedanib in Patients With Progressive Fibrosing Interstitial Lung Disease...
Lung DiseasesInterstitialThe aim of the current study is to investigate the efficacy and safety of nintedanib over 52 weeks in patients with Progressive Fibrosing Interstitial Lung Disease (PF-ILD) defined as patients who present with features of diffuse fibrosing lung disease of >10% extent on high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) and whose lung function and respiratory symptoms or chest imaging have worsened despite treatment with unapproved medications used in clinical practice to treat ILD. There is currently no efficacious treatment available for PF-ILD. Based on its efficacy and safety in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF), it is anticipated that Nintedanib will be a new treatment option for patients with PF-ILD.
A Study of Pirfenidone in Patients With Unclassifiable Progressive Fibrosing Interstitial Lung Disease...
Lung DiseasesInterstitialThe purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of pirfenidone in participants with fibrosing interstitial lung disease (ILD) who cannot be classified with moderate or high confidence into any other category of fibrosing ILD by multidisciplinary team (MDT) review ("unclassifiable" ILD).
A Follow-up Study Investigating Long Term Treatment With Nintedanib in Patients With Progressive...
Lung DiseasesInterstitialThe main objective is to assess long term tolerability and safety of treatment with oral nintedanib in patients with Progressive Fibrosing Interstitial Lung Disease (PF-ILD) who have complete (and did not prematurely discontinue trial medication in) the phase III parent trial, INBUILD® (trial 1199.247).