Understanding muscle loss in patients with chronic lung diseases

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This observational study focuses on outpatients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or interstitial lung disease (ILD) at Taichung Veterans General Hospital. Participants will undergo a series of assessments including the SARC-Calf questionnaire, grip strength tests, and various physical performance tests to evaluate the prevalence of sarcopenia. The study aims to analyze body composition using bioelectrical impedance analysis and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry. Data collected will help explore the continuity of care and medical resource utilization among these patients.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Outpatients with COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) or ILD (interstitial lung disease) from department of Chest medicine in Taichung Veterans General Hospital, judged by the doctor that they do not need hospitalization or emergent treatment.
2. Those who meet the conditions for frailty diagnosis after assessment by the Frailty Scale
3. Patients who agree to provide the ID card number to the research team for usage as a link to the National Health Insurance research database and Health bank to explore the continuity of care and the use of medical resources
4. Age\>=20

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Patients who refuse to sign the consent form
2. Patients who are bed ridden or unable to walk due to physical disabilities
3. Patients with terminal cancer or human acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
4. Patients with edema (pitting edema +2)

Where it's running

• Taichung Veterans General Hospital
  Taichung, Taiwan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Pin-Kuei Fu
• Email: fpk113@gmail.com
• Phone: 04-23592525

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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.