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Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Interstitial Lung Disease Clinical Trial in Birmingham, AL

Access cutting-edge idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, interstitial lung disease treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Birmingham. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Duke University

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  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Birmingham

    Convenient for AL residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

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  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Birmingham site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Interstitial Lung Disease Study in Birmingham

The Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Prospective Outcomes (IPF-PRO) Registry started recruiting in 2014 with the objective of studying Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. In 2018, the registry expanded to include recruitment of participants with other chronic fibrosing interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) with progressive phenotype also referred to as progressive fibrosing interstitial lung diseases in the Chronic Fibrosis Interstitial Lung Disease with Progressive Phenotype (ILD-PRO) Registry. When the third phase of the registry begins, the IPF-PRO registry will enroll additional patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. This IPF-PRO registry is a prospective registry that will collect information regarding the natural history, health care interactions, participant reported questionnaire data to assess quality of life, and the methods of treatment of participants with a diagnosis of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) or of another chronic fibrosing interstitial lung disease (ILD) with progressive phenotype established at the enrolling centers. In addition, blood samples and chest image studies will be collected and banked for future research projects.

Sponsor: Duke University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Willing and able to provide informed consent
Established a new diagnosis (within 12 months) of IPF by the enrolling center.
Age 21 years or older, or
Diagnosis of a non-IPF ILD of any duration, including, but not limited to Idiopathic Non-Specific Interstitial Pneumonia (iNSIP), Unclassifiable Idiopathic Interstitial Pneumonias (IIPs), Interstitial Pneumonia with Autoimmune Features (IPAF), Autoimmune ILDs such as Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA-ILD) and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc-ILD), Chronic Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis (HP), Sarcoidosis or Exposure-related ILDs such as asbestosis with progressive phenotype during the last 24 months by the enrolling center that meets the following criteria:
Chronic fibrosing ILD as defined by reticular abnormality with traction bronchiectasis with or without honeycombing confirmed by chest HRCT scan and/or lung biopsy.
Progressive phenotype as defined by fulfilling at least one of the criteria below of fibrotic changes (progression set point) within the last 24 months regardless of treatment considered appropriate in individual ILDs (8):
decline in FVC % predicted (% pred) based on ≥10% relative decline
decline in FVC % pred based on ≥5 - \<10% relative decline in FVC combined with worsening of respiratory symptoms as assessed by the site investigator
decline in FVC % pred based on ≥5 - \<10% relative decline in FVC combined with increasing extent of fibrotic changes on chest imaging (HRCT scan) as assessed by the site investigator
decline in DLCO % pred based on≥ 10% relative decline
worsening of respiratory symptoms as well as increasing extent of fibrotic changes on chest imaging (HRCT scan) as assessed by the site investigator independent of FVC change. The relative decline for FVC % predicted is calculated using the formula: Relative Decline= (FVC % Pred (Reference)-FVC % Pred (Screening))/(FVC % Pred (Reference))×100%, where FVC % Pred (Reference) is the greatest measurement of FVC % predicted in the 24 months prior to screening and FVC % Pred (Screening) is the measurement of FVC % predicted at screening. The relative decline for DLCO % predicted is calculated using the formula: Relative Decline= (DLCO % Pred (Reference)-DLCO % Pred (Screening))/(DLCO % Pred (Reference))×100%, Where DLCO % Pred (Reference) is the greatest measurement of DLCO % Pred in the 24 months prior to screening and DLCO % Pred (Screening) is the measurement of DLCO % Pred at screening

Exclusion Criteria

Malignancy, treated or untreated, other than skin or early -stage prostate cancer, within the past 5 years
Currently listed for lung transplantation at the time of enrollment
Currently enrolled in an interventional clinical trial at the time of enrollment in this registry
For the additional IPF cohort of 1000 individuals, previous enrollment in this registry.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Birmingham?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT01915511) has an active research site in Birmingham, AL that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Interstitial Lung Disease Treatment Options in Birmingham, AL

If you're searching for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, interstitial lung disease treatment options in Birmingham, AL, this clinical trial (NCT01915511) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Birmingham research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, interstitial lung disease specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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