Type: OBSERVATIONAL
Phase: Not Applicable
Status: Not yet recruiting
Start Date: 2026-05-01
Completion: 2026-12-31
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The goal of this observational study is to determine the accuracy of GINA-P and ACT-P scores in assessing asthma control levels among adults with asthma. The main question the study aims to answer is: How accurate are the GINA-P and ACT-P scores in assessing asthma control levels among adults with asthma? Participants will complete a questionnaire on asthma symptoms and undergo pulmonary function testing.
To determine the additional effects of scalene hold relax technique with conventional exercises on pulmonary function in asthma patients
The purpose of the ATHENA Project is to test a mobile health intervention to help African American young adults better manage their asthma. The program has four components: 1) a web-based, mobile asthma program delivered to participants' mobile device, 2) meetings with an asthma nurse via video conference, 3) text messaging, and 4) physical activity tracking. Participants will be randomly assigned to one or more of these components to better meet the needs of young adults with asthma.
Asthma affects the lower respiratory tract (bronchi), whereas chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis (CRSwNP) involves the upper airways. Despite this anatomical distinction, the upper and lower airways form a continuous respiratory tract and share common pathophysiological mechanisms. Consequently, asthma and CRSwNP frequently coexist, and several therapeutic strategies are effective for both conditions. Given these overlaps, we hypothesize that a multidisciplinary consultation involving both a pulmonologist and an ENT specialist could be more effective than separate consultations for patient care. We also believe that this innovative organization that would benefit the healthcare system. To test this hypothesis, we are conducting a study whose primary objective is to assess whether joint consultations lead to a reduction in oral corticosteroid need over the year following the initial consultation, by enabling more personalized treatment strategies. Secondary outcomes will include the frequency of asthma exacerbations, frequency of ENT-related events, respiratory symptoms, quality of life, and healthcare ressources utilization. We will compare outcomes between two patient groups: one receiving joint consultation from both specialists, and the other managed through standard, separate consultations as per current clinical practice.
Unicentric retrospective study designed to analyses the performance of various machine learning approaches to predict patterns of chronic respiratory diseases such as asthma, based mainly on clinical information and respiratory spirometry/oscillometry.
Allergic rhinitis-asthma syndrome is a clinical comorbid condition involving both upper and lower airway allergic inflammation, reflecting the concept of "one airway, one inflammatory response." Epidemiological studies have demonstrated a strong coexistence between allergic rhinitis and asthma: allergic rhinitis is present in a substantial proportion of patients with asthma, while some patients with allergic rhinitis may further develop concomitant asthma. Clinically, the disease is characterized by recurrent and fluctuating episodes, which are often associated with seasonal or persistent allergen exposure. In terms of symptomatology, upper airway manifestations mainly include nasal itching, paroxysmal sneezing, watery rhinorrhea, and nasal obstruction, whereas lower airway manifestations are primarily recurrent wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and cough. When these two conditions coexist, they not only increase the overall symptom burden but also further impair patients' quality of life and complicate disease control. During the remission stage, patients may exhibit alleviation of nasal and lower airway symptoms and may even enter a relatively "asymptomatic" state; however, this does not necessarily indicate complete resolution of airway inflammation. The Global Initiative for Asthma has emphasized that even in patients with only intermittent or infrequent symptoms, persistent airway inflammation may still be present. Therefore, the central goal of management during remission is not merely to wait for recurrence, but to reduce the risks of acute exacerbation and disease progression through standardized long-term intervention. Specifically, inhaled corticosteroid (ICS)-containing regimens should be maintained as the cornerstone of asthma control during remission, and sole reliance on short-acting β2-agonists should be avoided. Meanwhile, in patients with concomitant allergic rhinitis, nasal management should be carried out simultaneously, with intranasal corticosteroids particularly recommended. In addition, attention should be paid to allergen exposure control, correct use of inhalation devices, treatment adherence, and the assessment of comorbidities. Existing systematic reviews also suggest that conventional treatment for rhinitis may improve quality of life in patients with this comorbidity to a certain extent and may have favorable effects on some objective asthma outcomes, although its impact on overall asthma control remains somewhat heterogeneous. Precisely because patients with allergic rhinitis-asthma syndrome remain at risk of persistent inflammation, constitutional imbalance, and recurrent attacks during remission, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has considerable potential for intervention at this stage. TCM emphasizes the principle of "treating disease before its onset," namely, preventing illness before it arises and preventing progression once it has occurred. Its strengths lie not only in symptom control…
The objective of the study is to establish the predictive value of early blood gene expression signature of Benralizumab response associated with a significant reduction of the number of exacerbations in treated severe asthmatic patients. This trial is a French, multicenter and no-randomized trial. Patients enrolled will be clinically followed for 16 months (the treatment period: 12 months and 1 month follow-up; 6 clinical visit on site and in phone call at 13 months)
The primary purpose of this study is to evaluate the long-term safety and efficacy of verekitug (UPB-101) in participants who complete the VALIANT study (NCT06196879).
Most current studies involve using a biological drug to increase the safety of allergen immunotherapy (AIT) especially in the treatment of food allergies, to avoid the risk of anaphylaxis. However, adding Xolair® to AIT may improve the therapy's effectiveness. There are still few observations on this topic, especially in patients with house dust mite (HDM)-driven asthma.
This is an observational study performed by retrospective review of data routinely collected for patients receiving low-flow extracorporeal carbon dioxide removal (ECCO2R) therapy in intensive care units (ICUs). Our aim is to firstly, describe the local practice in terms of patient selection and technical details of clinical management related to the use of low-flow ECCO2R system, and secondly, the clinical results in terms of patient outcomes and adverse events. These findings may allow clinicians to improve the quality and safety of ECCO2R therapy provision in the ICU.
Background: Chronic airway diseases (CAD), including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma and bronchiectasis, are highly prevalent and cause serious disease burden. Multimorbidity is recognized to influence treatment decision and prognosis of patients with stable CAD. The impact of multimorbidity on exacerbation CAD is under investigated. Methods: The Chronic Airway Disease and Multimorbidity (CAM) cohort study is a prospective, multicenter, observational study aiming to recruit a minimum of 2000 patients hospitalized for exacerbation of COPD, asthma or bronchiectasis. Comprehensive data, including demographics, medical history, comorbidities, lung function, echocardiography, microbiological profiles, radiology, quality of life and treatment will be collected at baseline during the hospitalization. Follow-up data indicating the impact of both CAD and multimorbidity will be collected at 1-, 3-, 6-, 9- and 12-months after hospital discharge. Biospecimens, including blood and bronchoalveolar lavage fluid, will be collected and analyzed for biomarker detecting. Primary outcome are length of hospital stay and re-exacerbation during fellow-up. Secondary outcomes include comorbidity pattern and its impact on respiratory symptoms burden, quality of life, pulmonary function and chest imaging as well as cost and healthcare utilization. Conclusions: The knowledge generated from CAM cohort study will fill crucial gaps in understanding how multimorbidity affects CAD and facilitate evidence-based clinical practice in the future.
Comprehensive assessment and interventions to promote adherence to inhaled therapy in patients with bronchial asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease involving health care professionals caring for these patients in different settings and using the Five Steps Assessment tool and artificial intelligence methods and tools.
Postpartum depression refers to the depression after childbirth, which is a common mental disorder in women. The pathogenesis of postpartum depression is not fully understood, and may be related to a variety of factors. Prenatal depression is an important risk factor for postpartum depression. Our recent multicenter randomized controlled trial, "Effect of Low-dose esketamine on the incidence of postpartum depression in women with prenatal depression", explored the effect of immediate postpartum intravenous infusion of low-dose esketamine on the incidence of postpartum depression in women with prenatal depression. The preliminary results showed that it reduced the incidence of postpartum depression at 42 days. Since there were no studies on the effect of intravenous esketamine infusion after delivery on long-term postpartum depression, this study is a long-term follow-up of the previous randomized trial. We aim to explore the effect of low-dose intravenous esketamine after delivery on the incidence of 2-year maternal depression after delivery in women with prenatal depressive symptoms.
To assess the safety, feasibility and preliminary efficacy of ketamine-enhanced therapy (KET) for alcohol use disorder (AUD) and comorbid major depressive disorder (MDD) in an open-label, single arm, pilot clinical trial.
Perinatal depression and anxiety (PDA) are the leading causes of maternal mortality in developed countries. Women with a history of depression have a 20 fold higher risk of PDA at subsequent pregnancies. The adverse outcomes extend beyond maternal well-being to long-term deficits in children and families. The gut-brain axis is a newly recognized key player in mental health disorders. Specifically, the microbial composition of the gut along with their metabolites are directly involved in disease onset and course. Recent clinical studies have identified diet as the most powerful environmental factor in manipulating gut microbiome. Given vulnerability and resistance of pregnant women to pharmacotherapy, particularly in those with a predisposition to mood disorders, as well as pregnant women's high motivation and commitment to improving gestational diet, a dietary/supplemental intervention to 'optimize' gut microbiome, is a favored approach in disease management. The study investigators aim to exploit microbial responsiveness to diet together with this maternal motivation, to alter the risk and severity of a universal public health concern that has dire and long-term consequences for new moms and their children. The investigators of this trial, will first study the challenges in pursuing a study aimed at changing the microbiome of pregnant women with a history of mood disorders. Pregnant women in their second trimester will be recruited. Each will be assigned or randomized to one of four groups that will use a combination of diet, supplementation with probiotics, fish oil or no intervention. Each participant will meet with the study team virtually every 3 months until 1 year after delivery. At each study visit participants will be required to complete some questionnaires about their food intake, mood, and other health related measures and will provide a stool sample using the stool collection kits provided. The findings from this study will help strategize for a larger study that will allow for comparison of the effects of diet, and/or supplementation with Omega-3 Fatty Acids (O3FA) and probiotics on the microbiome and the onset and severity of PDA.
Objectives: To evaluate the clinical- and cost-effectiveness of two delivery formats of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) - (i) MBCT delivered through eight videoconference group sessions (group MBCT), and (ii) MBCT delivered through a self-help manual plus three low-intensity videoconference group support sessions (supported MBCT self-help) - when added to treatment as usual (TAU; mental health outpatient care), compared with TAU alone, in patients with recurrent depression in partial remission. We will identify potential predictors and moderators of response and examine psychological mechanisms of change. Study design: Multicentre randomised controlled trial, with pre-post, 6- and 12-months follow-ups. Centres: Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Déu (St. Boi de Llobregat), Hospital Universitario Miguel Servet (Zaragoza), and Hospital del Mar (Barcelona). Participants: Adult patients (n=315) with recurrent depression in partial remission will be randomly assigned to group MBCT, supported MBCT self-help, or TAU. Primary outcome: time from randomisation to depressive relapse/recurrence at 12-month follow-up (DSM-5). Secondary outcomes: residual symptoms, well-being, quality of life, costs, and quality-adjusted life years. Process measures: rumination, mindfulness, decentering, affectivity, and self-compassion. Main statistical analyses: Hazard ratios will be calculated using survival analysis. Secondary outcomes, predictors, and moderators will be tested using regression-based approaches. Incremental cost-effectiveness ratios from healthcare system and societal perspectives will be estimated, alongside mediation analyses. Expectations and acceptability will be evaluated using qualitative methods. Conclusions: This study will inform the implementation of two accessible MBCT formats in Spain for preventing depressive relapse/recurrence. The use of different delivery formats will provide information on effectiveness, scalability, and value for money.
The goal of this study is to learn if a collaborative care intervention of pharmaco-therapy and/or cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), delivered in a real-world setting, improves symptoms of pain, fatigue and/or depression.
This study is dedicated to help identify biomarkers for depression and suicide. The purpose of the study is to better understand these links to improve medical and psychiatric care in the future. This research is also to test the effects of standard treatment of depression on improvement in depressive and suicidal behavior and on biomarkers (e.g. miRNA) for these disorders.
The goal of this intervention program is to provide the feasibility of a culturally adapted version of the SOLAR program among mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) workers who provide psychological or psychosocial support to the survivors of the earthquakes on February 6, 2023, in Türkiye. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1. Will the SOLAR Group Program reduce psychological distress at the post-test and follow-up compared to the pre-test? 2. Will the SOLAR Group Program reduce secondary traumatic stress at the post-test and follow-up compared to the pre-test? 3. Will the SOLAR Group Program reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms at the post-test and follow-up compared to pre-test? Participants will be asked to sign a consent form. Upon accepting it, they will fill out: * a demographic form, * the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K10), * Assessment of Suicidal Thoughts for the screening. Before the SOLAR intervention program, participants will be asked to complete: * the Secondary Traumatic Stress Scale (STSS), * Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7), * the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) if they approve participation in these surveys. After collecting their pre-test scores, they will receive the SOLAR intervention program. During the program, they will be asked to participate in each session, lasting 5 weeks. After the program, they will be asked to participate process evaluation interview.
Digital mental and behavioral health interventions have potential to significantly improve accessibility for the large number of breast cancer survivors who need treatments. However, the landscape of digital interventions tested in this population remains limited, with the few that have been tested primarily focused on reducing symptoms of mental disorders. This is problematic given the range of psychosocial needs among breast cancer survivors, including those who may not have active mental health symptoms, yet could benefit from learning effective coping skills. Digital health interventions delivered through smartphones have strong potential to improve access to care for the large number of breast cancer survivors who need mental and behavioral health support. There is a need to evaluate a range of supportive interventions that target different aspects of mental health, including negative thinking, coping skills, and knowledge. Our research team has previously tested individual digital interventions in relatively small samples, and found that they were effective in reducing mood symptoms among women with breast cancer. The ultimate goal of this project is to evaluate how integrating these interventions into a single 8-week long app program affects mood and overall mental health in breast cancer survivors. The digital micro-interventions to be tested in this study are brief interventions that target specific behavioral and cognitive mechanisms of mental health. These include skills such as reducing negative thinking patterns, increasing knowledge of mental health factors, fostering a grateful outlook, promoting the practice of relaxation breathing, savoring positive memories, and acceptance-based mindfulness approaches.