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Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO)- Test as add-on Test in the Diagnostic Work-up of Asthma

Launched by FRANCISCUS GASTHUIS & VLIETLAND (HOSPITAL) · Jan 20, 2024

Trial Information

Current as of October 08, 2024

Recruiting

Keywords

Asthma Diagnostics Fe No Bronchial Provocation Test Burdesome Cost Effectiveness

Description

Background Asthma is a common disease characterized by chronic inflammation of the lower airways, bronchial hyperactivity, and (reversible) airway obstruction. The Global Initiative of Asthma Guideline (GINA) recommends a flowchart to diagnose asthma with first-step spirometry with reversibility and a bronchial challenge test (BPT) with histamine or methacholine as a second step. The BPT is considered burdensome, time-consuming for patients and staff, can cause side effects, and is expensive. In addition, this test strongly encumbers lung function capacity. Elevated Nitric Oxide (NO) is ass...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • * Patients ≥ 18 years old visiting the outpatient clinic pulmonology with the suspicion of asthma will be asked to participate in this study. For reasons of external validity and generalizability of the study results, it was decided not to exclude subgroups such as smokers or obese patients.
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • * Patients with already diagnosed asthma are not allowed to participate.
  • * The inclusion of patients with respiratory infections \<3 weeks ago will be postponed to \>3 weeks.

About Franciscus Gasthuis & Vlietland (Hospital)

Franciscus Gasthuis & Vlietland is a leading healthcare institution in the Netherlands, dedicated to delivering high-quality medical care and advancing clinical research. With a commitment to patient-centered treatment and innovative healthcare solutions, the hospital fosters a collaborative environment that promotes the integration of clinical trials into routine practice. By engaging in rigorous research initiatives, Franciscus Gasthuis & Vlietland aims to enhance therapeutic options and improve health outcomes for diverse patient populations, while adhering to the highest ethical standards and regulatory guidelines in clinical research.

Locations

Rotterdam, Zuid Holland, Netherlands

People applied

Timeline

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