Alpha 1-Antitrypsin Deficiency, Emphysema
Conditions
Keywords
FEV1, mortality, Quality of life
Brief summary
The aim of this study is to describe the natural history of patients with alpha-1 antitrypsin associated emphysema and to figure out associated prognostic factors.
Detailed description
All patients who suffer from this disease are followed every 6 months during a 5 years period. FEV1 decline is the primary endpoint. Quality of life assessed using the Saint George's Respiratory Questionary is recorded too.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Serum alpha one antitrypsin \< 0.8 g/l * Emphysema diagnosed by CT scan * Adult * Obstructive disorder
Exclusion criteria
* Liver or lung transplantation
Countries
France