C-FIND COPD A Pilot Study
Research type
Research Study
Full title
COPD Case Finding In Nottingham and District: C-FIND COPD A Pilot Study
IRAS ID
322600
Contact name
Charlotte Bolton
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
Nottingham University Hospitals Trust
Duration of Study in the UK
1 years, 3 months, 31 days
Research summary
The Targeted Lung Health Check (TLHC) is currently being rolled out in many regions of the UK and has just started in Nottingham. The same cohort of people are also at high risk for COPD, a lung condition often caused by smoking and leading to breathlessness and cough. This study aims to provide pilot evidence of the role of breathing tests in those who have had a CT scan, in order to early diagnose COPD. Currently, at diagnosis, many patients have lost 30-40% of lung function already, which is not reversible.
This study will use the Nottingham University Hospitals Trust Mobile Research Unit. The unit will follow the CT scanner route 2-3 weeks later, and people who have had a CT scan will be invited for breathing tests and collect further information Potential treatment options for people diagnosed with COPD earlier include smoking cessation, symptom management and advice (vaccinations, diet, activity and managing infections). there is an optional blood test too.
The study aims are to determine the uptake and acceptability of breathing tests in patients at high risk of COPD, and if a community based approach co-locating with TLHC can increase uptake.REC name
London - Brent Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
23/PR/0641
Date of REC Opinion
20 Jul 2023
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion