RecruitingNCT07332117

A Pilot Study to Assess Body Mass Composition Measurement Using BIA and Muscle Ultrasound in IPF and PPF Patients on Anti-fibrotic Medications


Sponsor

Royal Brompton & Harefield NHS Foundation Trust

Enrollment

30 participants

Start Date

Sep 9, 2025

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Summary

To assess the impact on body mass composition from anti-fibrotic medications used in fibrotic lung disease by using BIA and muscle ultrasound


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Inclusion Criteria4

  • A diagnosis of Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis or progressive pulmonary fibrosis
  • Newly commencing anti-fibrotic medication (either nintedanib or pirfenidone)
  • Subject aged \> 18 years
  • Able to willingly give consent

Exclusion Criteria9

  • Co-morbidities currently requiring enteral feeding
  • Weight loss \> 10% in preceding 3-6 months
  • Significant musculoskeletal issues that may impact muscle mass
  • End of life care (expected \< 6 weeks left to live)
  • Previous anti-fibrotic use
  • Currently on \> Prednisolone 10mg daily
  • Presence of implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) or permanent pacemaker (PPM)
  • Heart failure
  • Pregnancy

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Interventions

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Locations(1)

Royal Brompton Hospital

London, United Kingdom

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