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Targeted Nutrient Supplement in COPD (NUTRECOVER-trial)

The Effect of Targeted Nutrient Supplementation on Physical Activity and Healthy Related Quality of Life in COPD


Sponsor

Maastricht University Medical Center

Enrollment

166 participants

Start Date

Feb 19, 2020

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The overall objective is to investigate the efficacy of targeted nutrient supplementation on daily physical activity level as well as generic health status in patients with COPD. Additionally the investigators aim to investigate the relative effect of targeted nutrient supplementation on the recovery after hospitalization for a COPD exacerbation. The secondary objective is to investigate the effect of targeted nutrient supplementation on mental health, physical performance, blood markers, patient related outcomes and gut health. Additionally, a secondary objective is to compare the gut microbiome composition of patients with COPD compared to healthy controls.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This trial is testing whether a targeted nutritional supplement (containing specific vitamins and fats) can help patients with COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease — a serious lung condition that causes breathing difficulty) recover muscle strength and function. **You may be eligible if...** - You have moderate to very severe COPD (classified as GOLD stage II, III, or IV) - Your condition is currently stable (no major flare-ups) - You are 18 years or older **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You are under 18 years old - You are allergic or intolerant to any ingredient in the supplement - You are unwilling to stop taking separate vitamin D or omega-3 fatty acid supplements - You have another active, serious illness such as active cancer requiring treatment - You are currently participating in another clinical trial - Your doctor is uncertain whether you can follow the study requirements Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

DIETARY_SUPPLEMENTTargeted nutrient supplementation (Long-drink)

Once daily for at least 12 months

DIETARY_SUPPLEMENTPlacebo supplement

Once daily for at least 12 months

BEHAVIORALCounselling

Counselling on healthy lifestyle (in particular physical activity, smoking cessation) and weight management by motivational interviewing


Locations(1)

Maastricht University Medical Centre+ (MUMC+)

Maastricht, Limburg, Netherlands

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