Studies genes in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Looks for genetic traits linked to lung scarring and inflammation in adults.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: Genetic Polymorphisms in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)
Key facts
- Where
- Pittsburgh, United StatesSee the site
Where in United States
- University of PittsburghPittsburgh, United StatesTaking people
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Trial details
- Who runs it
- University of Pittsburgh
- Trial code
- NCT00258570
- Record updated
- 31 August 2026
- Original description
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Genetic Polymorphisms in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
The purposes of this study are:
* to determine if there are specific genetic traits that might explain why patients have developed pulmonary fibrosis; * to determine if specific genetic traits account for differing patterns of inflammation and scar tissue that has formed in the patient's lungs.
Inclusion: 18 years of age or older; Diagnosis of pulmonary fibrosis confirmed by physical examination, pulmonary function testing, chest X-ray, and computed tomography (CT) scans; Adult patients who are seeking treatment at the Dorothy P. and Richard P. Simmons Center for Interstitial Lung Disease.
Exclusion: Under 18 years of age; Non-fibrotic ILD.