Inflammatory Profiling in Chronic Lung Disease

This observational study examines inflammation patterns in patients with chronic lung disease — specifically COPD or idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) combined with pulmonary hypertension — who are undergoing a lung transplant. Samples are collected to better understand how inflammation affects outcomes. **You may be eligible if...** - You have COPD or IPF along with pulmonary hypertension - You are undergoing a lung transplant - You have signed informed consent **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have not provided written informed consent - You have signs of active infection, such as pneumonia, tuberculosis, or an infection causing fluid around the lungs Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.