Registry for RheOx treatment in chronic bronchitis patients in Europe

RheOx European Post-Market Clinical Study

Not applicable Interventional Gala Therapeutics, Inc. · NCT04182841

This study is testing a new device called RheOx to see if it can safely help people in Europe with chronic bronchitis feel better after two treatment sessions.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment100 (estimated)
SexAll
SponsorGala Therapeutics, Inc. Industry-sponsored
Locations2 sites (Wien and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT04182841 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This registry study aims to collect post-market safety and clinical utility data for the RheOx device in European patients suffering from chronic bronchitis. The RheOx system delivers high-frequency energy to the airway epithelium and sub-mucosal tissues via a catheter during bronchoscopic procedures. Patients will undergo two treatment sessions, one month apart, with the right lung treated first and the left lung treated subsequently. The study will involve various respiratory function tests and questionnaires to assess the treatment's effectiveness.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals with moderate to severe chronic bronchitis.

Not a fit: Patients with implantable electronic devices or significant arrhythmias may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could improve respiratory function and quality of life for patients with chronic bronchitis.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is innovative, similar device-based treatments have shown promise in other studies, indicating potential for success.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient has moderate to severe Chronic Bronchitis

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient has an implantable cardioverter defibrillator, pacemaker, or any other implantable electronic device.
* Patient has history of ventricular tachyarrhythmia or any clinically significant atrial tachyarrhythmia (i.e., abnormality with vital signs) and/or history of type II second or third degree AV block.
* Patient has airway stent(s), valves, coils, or other lung implant/prosthesis.

Where this trial is running

Wien and 1 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Chronic BronchitisCOPD
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.