Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Observational

International registry for patients with Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia

Official title: International Prospective Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) Registry for Systematic Data Collection on Incidence, Clinical Presentation, Treatment and Course of the Disease

Run by University Hospital Muenster · NCT02419365 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is creating a registry to gather information about people with Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia to help improve treatments and find patients for future research trials.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment2000 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity Hospital Muenster
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 2014
Main results expectedDecember 2030
Study endsDecember 2030
Registry record updatedNovember 28, 2022
Trial IDNCT02419365 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this registry include patients of any age with clinical presentations consistent with PCD and specific diagnostic findings.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not meet the diagnostic criteria for PCD or are unable to provide informed consent may not benefit from this registry.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This registry aims to systematically collect and analyze data on the manifestation, progression, and treatment of Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) to support epidemiological research. It is part of the European Reference Network for Rare Lung Diseases and follows EU guidelines for interoperability of rare disease registries. The registry allows for data entry through a secure online platform, enabling authorized personnel to contribute and access data relevant to their specific centers. The goal is to identify patient groups suitable for multi-center trials and enhance understanding of PCD.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this registry could improve the understanding and management of Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia, leading to better treatment options for patients.

How similar studies have gone: Other registries for rare diseases have shown success in improving patient outcomes and facilitating research, making this approach promising.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria

Patients of any age who fulfil the diagnostic criteria below are eligible:

Clinical presentation consistent with PCD and consistent findings specific for PCD in at least two of the following methods:

high frequency video microscopic finding transmission electron microscopy finding immunofluorescence finding low nasal NO concentration/production demonstration of biallelic disease-causing mutations by genotyping

Given the complexity of diagnosing PCD, it is anticipated that not all patients will meet these definite diagnostic criteria. Therefore, individuals with typical clinical symptoms and only one abnormal diagnostic test are also eligible to enter the registry. These cases usually are considered to have a possible PCD diagnosis with exceptions made on an individual basis.

Exclusion Criteria Failure or unwillingness to give written informed consent. Missing qualification to perform legal acts or insufficient cognitive ability to give informed consent. A second disease is no exclusion criteria for including data in the PCD-Registry, especially since it is one of the fundamental goals, to learn about co-morbidities.

Where it's running

  • University Hospital Münster
    Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
    Recruiting
  • University Hospital Muenster, Department of General Pediatrics
    Münster, Germany
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.