COPD
Conditions
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. RLD: probable or confirmed diagnosis of interstitial pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) or other fibrotic lung disease of unknown origin. 2. COPD: GOLD stage III or IV 3. Being listed for lung transplantation
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Concomitant neuromuscular or systemic/collagen-vascular disease 2. Prior lung surgery or lung volume reduction treatment 3. Being unable to understand the patient information and consent for the study
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The study is an exploratory pilot study. We will investigate both contractile strength and the structure of single diaphragm and intercostal muscle fibres as well as lung injury; i.e. alveolar structure and damage and inflammation in the alveoli. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The study is an exploratory pilot study. We will investigate both contractile strength and the structure of single diaphragm and intercostal muscle fibres as well as lung injury; i.e. alveolar structure and damage and inflammation in the alveoli. | — |
Countries
Netherlands