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Not yet recruitingNCT06677047Updated Nov 6, 2024

Rehabilitation in Patients With Pulmonary Fibrosis

An observational study in Rehabilitation, sponsored by Assiut University. Not yet recruiting. Open to participants aged 18 Years to 75 Years. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2024-11-06.

Sponsored by Assiut University · Observational

From the registry’s dates

  • Primary completion was expected by Jun 2025, 1 year 4 months ago, but the record still lists the study as not yet recruiting.
Study type
Observational
Model
Cohort
Time perspective
Prospective
Enrollment
60
Ages
18 Years to 75 Years
Sex
All
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Study summary

This study aims to explore the effects of exercise rehabilitation on the functional status of patients with pulmonary fibrosis, assessing both physical and psychological dimensions of health. By identifying significant improvements, we can contribute to the development of comprehensive rehabilitation strategies that enhance patient outcomes and foster a better quality of life for those affected by this challenging condition

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program is essential for understanding its efficacy. Functional status refers to an individual's ability to perform daily activities and maintain independence, which is particularly important for patients with chronic illnesses like PF. Evaluating changes in functional status not only helps in determining the success of rehabilitation efforts but also provides insights into the overall impact of exercise on patients' quality of life.

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Conditions studied

  • Rehabilitation
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In context

Lead sponsor

Assiut University is the lead sponsor of 5,050 studies on the registry; 2,174 are open to participants now.

Of its 14 completed or terminated interventional studies of FDA-regulated products, 0 (0%) have results posted.

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Who can participate

Ages eligible
18 Years to 75 Years
Sexes eligible
All
Accepts healthy volunteers
No
Sampling method
Probability sample

Study population

**Demographic Data Collection:**

  • Age, sex, duration of pulmonary fibrosis, and medical history.

    2. **Pulmonary Function Testing:**

  • Spirometry will be conducted to assess Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) and Forced Expiratory Volume in one second (FEV1).

    3. **Functional Capacity Assessment:**

  • The Six-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) will be performed to evaluate baseline exercise tolerance.

    4. **Quality of Life Evaluation:**

  • Health-related quality of life will be assessed using the St. George's Respiratory Questionnaire (SGRQ) or Chronic Respiratory Disease Questionnaire (CRQ).

    5. **Dyspnea Assessment:**

  • Dyspnea levels will be measured using the Modified Medical Research Council (mMRC) dyspnea scale.

    • Exercise Rehabilitation Program

Participants will engage in a structured 8-week exercise rehabilitation program, which includes:

  • **Supervised Exercise Sessions:**
  • Participants will attend twice-weekly sessions led by trained physiotherapists, focusing on aerobic

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Inclusion criteria

  • 1. **Diagnosis of Pulmonary Fibrosis:**
  • Patients must have a confirmed diagnosis of pulmonary fibrosis, as determined by clinical evaluation and imaging studies (e.g., high-resolution computed tomography).

    2. **Age Range:**

  • Participants should be adults aged 18 years and older to capture the adult population affected by the disease.

    3. **Stable Clinical Condition:**

  • Patients must be in a stable clinical condition, defined as no exacerbations or significant changes in treatment for at least four weeks prior to enrollmen

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion Criteria:

  • 1. **Other Significant Lung Diseases:**
  • Patients with concurrent respiratory conditions (e.g., chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, or lung cancer) that could confound the results.

    2. **Acute Exacerbations:**

  • Individuals experiencing an acute exacerbation of pulmonary fibrosis or any significant respiratory illness within four weeks prior to enrollment.

    3. **Severe Comorbidities:**

  • Patients with severe cardiovascular disease, uncontrolled hypertension, major neurological disorders, or musculoskeletal problems that would impede participation in exercise.

    4. **Cognitive Impairment:**

  • Individuals with cognitive impairments that prevent them from understanding the study procedures or following the rehabilitation program.
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Study design

Observational model
Cohort
Time perspective
Prospective
Enrollment
60 participants (estimated)
Patient registry
No
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What researchers measure

Primary outcomes

  1. **Asses Health-Related Quality of Life:**

    Assessed through validated questionnaires such as the St. George's Respiratory Questionnaire (SGRQ)

    Time frame: Baseline

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Study locations

No study locations are listed for this record.

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References and documents

Publications

  • Troosters T, Janssens W, Demeyer H, Rabinovich RA. Pulmonary rehabilitation and physical interventions. Eur Respir Rev. 2023 Jun 7;32(168):220222. doi: 10.1183/16000617.0222-2022. Print 2023 Jun 30. PubMed 37286219 ↗

Individual participant data

Plan to share: No

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Updates

Tracking since Sep 25, 2026
No changes since tracking began. The registry record was last updated on Nov 6, 2024, before this site started recording changes on Sep 25, 2026. Its history is on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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Registry details

Key details

Study ID
NCT06677047
Lead sponsor
Assiut University
Responsible party
Hend Mohamed Sayed Mohamed (Doctor, Assiut University) — Principal investigator
First posted
Nov 6, 2024
Start date
Jan 20, 2025 (estimated)
Primary completion
Jun 20, 2025 (estimated)
Completion
Aug 20, 2025 (estimated)
Last update
Nov 6, 2024

Study contacts

Hend Mohamed Sayed, Doctor
Contact
hend.m.saleh@gmail.com
01098988712
Ahmed mohamed Shadad, Doctor
Contact
Shaddad_ahmad@aun.edu.eg
0111117930

Oversight

FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
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