A Cross-sectional Observational Study to Identify Undiagnosed COPD.
Research type
Research Study
Full title
A Cross-sectional Observational Study to Identify Undiagnosed Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) in Patients with Existing Long-Term Conditions.
IRAS ID
356922
Contact name
John Hurst
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
University College London
Clinicaltrials.gov Identifier
Z6364106/2025/04/47, The UCL data registration number
Duration of Study in the UK
1 years, 11 months, 31 days
Research summary
This study aims to find people who have Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) but do not yet know they have it. COPD is a common lung disease that can cause coughing, shortness of breath, and wheezing. Many people who have long-term health problems may also have COPD without knowing it.
The study will take place in clinics where people are already receiving care for these long-term conditions. We will ask participants to complete a short questionnaire about their breathing and any symptoms they may have. Based on their answers, some participants will be asked to take a simple breathing test called spirometry, which measures how well their lungs are working.
The main goal of the study is to find out how common undiagnosed COPD is in people with other long-term conditions, and to see how well the questionnaire works to spot people who may have COPD.
By identifying people with COPD earlier, they can receive treatment and support to improve their health and quality of life. The study will also help healthcare providers understand how to better detect COPD in at-risk groups.
REC name
North of Scotland Research Ethics Committee 2
REC reference
25/NS/0115
Date of REC Opinion
9 Oct 2025
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion