Tracking changes in COPD symptoms and quality of life after starting a new treatment

Chronicling the COPD Patient Journey and Change in Impact of a Single Inhaler Combination Therapy on COPD Symptoms, Quality of Life and Exacerbations Following Initiation of Budenoside/Glycopyrronium/Formoterol [BGF](CHRONICLES COPD)

Observational AstraZeneca · NCT06511193

This study is testing how a new treatment called BGF affects symptoms and quality of life for people with COPD over six months.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment200 (estimated)
Ages35 Years to 130 Years
SexAll
SponsorAstraZeneca Industry-sponsored
Locations1 site (Windsor, Ontario)
Trial IDNCT06511193 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

The CHRONICLES study aims to observe the effects of Budenoside/Glycopyrronium/Formoterol (BGF) on patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) over a six-month period in a real-world clinical setting. This prospective, open-label, non-interventional study will enroll patients from a network of clinical practice centers in Ontario, Canada, following their physician's decision to initiate treatment. Participants will be monitored for changes in clinical outcomes and patient-reported symptoms after starting BGF therapy.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 35 and older with a physician diagnosis of COPD and a CAT score of 10 or higher.

Not a fit: Patients with asthma, recent COPD exacerbations, or those unable to use inhalers may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of BGF in improving COPD symptoms and quality of life.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with similar observational approaches in COPD management, indicating potential for meaningful findings in this area.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Physician diagnosis of COPD
* COPD patients in the Best Care Network who have a CAT score \>=10
* Age \>=35 at time of enrolment
* Minimum 12-month recorded prior medical history for patients
* Physician decision and patient agreement to initiate treatment with Breztri based on routine care (and in accordance with label and reimbursement criteria)
* Ability to read English and to provide consent to inclusion in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosis of asthma
* Dementia or other health issues related to memory
* Inability to use inhalers
* COPD due to documented α-1 antitrypsin deficiency
* Previous treatment with triple fixed-dose combination therapy in 12 months prior to screening visit
* Hospitalisation due to COPD exacerbation within the last 30 days prior to enrolment
* Pregnancy or lactation period
* Participation in an ongoing clinical interventional or observational trial for another COPD medication (or completed another trial within last 30 days of initiating BGF)
* Patient self-reporting or a physician record with an active COVID-19 infection at time of enrolment or hospitalized due to COVID-19 infection in the last 60 days
* Previous enrolment in this study

Where this trial is running

Windsor, Ontario

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.
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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.