Detection of Unsuspected Small Airways Obstruction in Cystic Fibrosis (NCT03839992)
The Measurement and Analysis of Maximal Expiratory Flow Volume Loops at Low Lung Volumes in Children With Cystic Fibrosis and Normal Routine Lung Function.
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
Goal is to physiologically detect unsuspected small airways obstruction in children and adults with treated heterozygous and homozygous cystic fibrosis. Unsuspected refers to normal routine pre bronchodilator spirometry including normal FEV1(L), FVC (L). and FEV1/FVC%. This is a retrospective study.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Arthur F Gelb MD — Lakewood, California
Age range: 5 Years to 40 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- spirometry (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (2 Sites)
- Arthur F Gelb MD — Lakewood, California
- Miller Children's Hospital and Long Beach Medical Center — Long Beach, California
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (562) 565-5333
Email: afgelb@msn.com
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.