Examining the impact of cardiovascular issues on bronchiectasis patients
Effect of Cardiovascular Comorbidities on Disease Severity and Quality of Life in Patients With Acute Exacerbation of Non-cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis
This study looks at how heart problems affect the health and quality of life of people with bronchiectasis during flare-ups compared to those without heart issues.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Assiut University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Asyut) |
| Trial ID | NCT05783869 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates how cardiovascular comorbidities affect the severity of bronchiectasis and the quality of life of patients experiencing acute exacerbations. It will compare patients with bronchiectasis who have cardiovascular issues to those without any comorbidities, utilizing the SF-36 quality of life questionnaire. Additionally, the study will analyze inflammatory markers such as D-dimer, BNP, and CRP to correlate them with hospital admissions, symptom severity, and overall health status.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients diagnosed with bronchiectasis who also have cardiovascular comorbidities.
Not a fit: Patients with bronchiectasis who have other comorbidities or end-organ failure may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved management strategies for bronchiectasis patients with cardiovascular comorbidities, enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific correlation between cardiovascular comorbidities and bronchiectasis severity is less explored, similar studies have shown that managing comorbidities can significantly improve patient outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: • Any Patients with Bronchiectasis had no comorbidities other than cardiovascular comorbidities during the study period. Exclusion Criteria: * Any Patients who refuse to participate in the study. * Any other comorbidity or end-organ failure may affect the study's result.
Where this trial is running
Asyut
- Assiut unviresty - Faculty of Medicine — Asyut, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ahmad Shaddad — Assuit University Faculty of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Shaadad Shaddad, MD
- Email: shaddad_ahmad@yahoo.com
- Phone: +201111171930
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.