Understanding bone and muscle changes in COPD patients
Official title: : Osteoporosis and Sarcopenia in COPD and CT-based Phenotypes
Funded at University of Iowa · NIH-11055630 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how weak bones and muscles affect people with COPD by using special imaging and technology, and it aims to help doctors better understand and treat these issues in patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Iowa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Iowa City, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2025 |
| Project end | January 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $116,625 |
| NIH project number | 1R21HL172227-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11055630 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who may also be experiencing osteoporosis or sarcopenia.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without COPD or those who do not have osteoporosis or sarcopenia may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how osteoporosis and sarcopenia affect patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) by using advanced imaging techniques and artificial intelligence. The study will analyze data from large national lung studies to identify unique aging patterns in the bones and muscles of these patients. By examining chest CT scans, researchers aim to develop automated measures that can assess diaphragm function and other important features related to lung health. This approach could lead to better understanding and management of these conditions in COPD patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could improve the diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis and sarcopenia in COPD patients, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using imaging and AI to analyze lung conditions, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Iowa
Iowa City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Saha, Punam K. — University of Iowa
- Study coordinator: Saha, Punam K.
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.