Coronary Artery Bypass Graft SurgeryNCT04307316
Effects of ACBT on Pulmonary Function After CABG During Phase 1 Cardiac Rehabilitation
A study testing ACBT group and Conventional Physical therapy in people with Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery, run by Riphah International University at 1 site in Pakistan.
Trial summary
This study is designed to determine the effects of Active cycle of breathing technique (ACBT) on cardiopulmonary parameters of post CABG patients. A randomized control trial was conducted with a sample size of 40 post CABG patients. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 30 to 65 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery
- What is being tested?
- ACBT group and Conventional Physical therapy
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 40 participants
- Where
- 1 sitePakistan
- Study dates
- 30 Aug 2018to 20 Dec 2019
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 30 to 65 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Vitally stable post CABG patients
Who cannot join
- Hemodynamically unstable patients
- Patient after re-opening of sternum.
- Infected patients
- Patients who cannot speak Urdu, Punjabi or English language.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Effects of Active Cycle of Breathing Technique on Pulmonary Functions After CABG During Phase 1 Cardiac Rehabilitation
This study is designed to determine the effects of Active cycle of breathing technique (ACBT) on cardiopulmonary parameters of post CABG patients. A randomized control trial was conducted with a sample size of 40 post CABG patients. Non probability Convenience Sampling Technique was used to collect sample and randomization was done through sealed envelope method to allocate participants to the groups. Patients in experimental group did ACBT along with the conventional treatment protocol that was performed in the control group. Subjects completed the exercise protocol of 5 days. Both male and female post CABG patients of age 30-65 years who were vitally stable were included in study. Data was analyzed on Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 21. Normality was assessed through shapiro wilk test. Parametric tests were applied on normally distributed variables and non parametric tests were applied for the non normally distributed data. Confidence interval was kept at 95% and p value <0.05 was considered significant.
Read the detailed description
Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) is a surgery in which new routes are created around narrow and blocked coronary arteries, that allow proper flow of blood to provide oxygen and nutrients to the heart muscles. The grafts used in CABG can be a vein from lower extremity or any artery of chest. CABG is a surgery in which obstructed coronary arteries are replaced with autologous arteries and veins used as implant, which are fully or moderately congested by atherosclerotic plaque. ACBT is a method used to clear out the secretion from the chest. The purpose of ACBT treatment is to remove secretions from the chest that helps to reduce the frequency of infection, which control the additional airway impairment and worsening the lungs functions that may help in reducing the rate of progress of lung disease. After CABG surgery respiratory therapy is used rationally to inhibit the post-operative complications. Respiratory physiotherapy is routinely used in the prevention and treatment of post-operative pulmonary complications after cardiac surgery. The ultimate goal of physiotherapy in CABG patient is to improve increase lung volume, prevent atelectasis, enhance ventilation-perfusion matching, to increase sputum clearance, and decrease pain. ACBT technique can perform independently by patient with about applying manual technique. ACBT is very effective to improve oxygen saturation, control respiratory rate, and chest clearance after major surgeries. The efficiency of ACBT treatment has been checked out in stable cystic fibrosis, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and abdominal surgery. However, there is limited literature related to its use in patients after CABG surgery. The purpose of this research was to examine the effect of ACBT versus conventional chest physiotherapy after CABG surgery.
In 2018 a study was conducted on effect of ACBTs in post coronary artery bypass grafting patient and he concluded that ACBTs technique is a better way of treatment in coronary artery bypass grafting surgery patients. The determination of this research was to calculate the effectiveness of ACBT in CABG surgery patients. In this study total 15 patients were involved. All the patients were checked out by visual analogue scale for pain, 6-minute walk test (6MWT) for endurance and chest expansion was also measured. It concluded that chest expansion and 6MWT was improved in both groups.
ACBT is an effective technique implemented by the patient to secrete out the sputum from the main airway. The ACBT technique is combined breathing maneuvers to advance the efficiency of cough, untie and clear the secretions and increase the ventilation.
In 2016 a study was conducted observed the effects of ACBTs in post CABG surgery patients and The ACBTs treatment decrease the intensity of pulmonary impairments in post abdominal surgery.There is limited data available in support of effects of ACBTs on pulmonary functions after CABG surgery.
In 2015 a study was conducted to evaluate the effects of ACBTs on chest expansion, arterial blood gases, oxygen saturation, blood pressure, respiratory rate and other vitals in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary disease (COPD) patients during 1st phase of cardiac rehab after CABG surgery. It concluded that ACBT are much effective than routine physiotherapy protocol in patients who have gone under coronary artery bypass grafting.
The present study is intended to observe the effects of ACBT on pulmonary function including lung volumes and capacities, chest expansion as well as the vitals of post operative CABG patients undergoing phase 1 cardiac rehabilitation.
- Conditions
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery
- Being tested
- ACBT group, Conventional Physical therapy
- Keywords
- Active cycle of breathing technique, Chest expansion, Coronary artery bypass graft surgery, FEV1, FVC, PEFR
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
ACBT groupOther
ACBT:
Breathing control 3 to 4 Thoracic Expansion Exercise A: 3 seconds hold B: Chest clapping C: Chest vibration Forced Expiratory Technique Breathing control A: 3 seconds hold B: Chest clapping C: Chest vibration 3 to 4 Thoracic Expansion Exercise Breathing control 1-2 Huff combine with breathing control Huff and cough
Chest Physical Therapy Early mobilization
Conventional Physical therapyOther
Chest percussion, deep breathing, Huff and cough. Early mobilization
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| ACBT group | Experimental | Active cycle breathing technique Receives: Other: ACBT group |
| Conventional treatment group | Active comparator | Conventional treatment group Receives: Other: Conventional Physical therapy |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second (FEV1)
Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second (FEV1) measured through digital spirometer. If the value of FEV1 is within 80% of the reference value, the results are considered normal.
Measured: After 5days
Forced vital capacity (FVC)
Forced vital capacity (FVC) measured through digital spirometer. If the value of FVC is within 80% of the reference value, the results are considered normal.
Measured: After 5days
FEV1/FVC
FEV1/FVC measured through digital spirometer. The normal value for the FEV1/FVC ratio is 70% (and 65% in persons older than age 65).
Measured: After 5days
Peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR)
Peak Expiratory Flow Rate (PEFR) measured through digital spirometer. Three zones of measurement are commonly used to interpret peak flow rates. Normal value of PEFR is (80-100%). Green zone indicates 80 to 100 percent of the usual or normal peak flow reading, yellow zone indicates 50 to 79 percent of the usual or normal peak flow readings, and red zone indicates less than 50 percent of the usual or normal peak flow readings.
Measured: After 5days
Chest expansion
Chest expansion at xiphoid level measured by finding the difference in measurements during inhalation and exhalation.
Measured: After 5 days
Secondary outcomes (4)
Heart rate
Heart rate is measured as part of vitals through heart rate monitor.
Measured: After 5days
Respiratory rate
Respiratory rate as part of vitals standing at bedside of the patients
Measured: After 5 days
Systolic and diastolic blood pressure
Blood pressure is measured through sphygmomanometer
Measured: After 5days
Oxygen Saturation (SPO2)
Oxygen saturation measured through pulse oximeter as part of vitals
Measured: After 5days
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted13 Mar 2020
- Study start30 Aug 2018
- Primary completion20 Feb 2019
- Study completion20 Dec 2019
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (9)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Coronary Artery Bypass Graft SurgeryStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 40 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Riphah International University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
- Investigators
- Suman Sheraz, PhD*, Principal investigator, Riphah International University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT04307316
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- REC/00423 Nouman Hussain
- Status last verified
- Mar 2020
- First submitted
- 6 Mar 2020
- Last updated
- 13 Mar 2020
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Publications
Bachar BJ, Manna B. Coronary Artery Bypass Graft. 2023 Aug 8. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2026 Jan-. Available from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK507836/
PubMed 29939613Freitas ER, Soares BG, Cardoso JR, Atallah AN. Incentive spirometry for preventing pulmonary complications after coronary artery bypass graft. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2012 Sep 12;2012(9):CD004466. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD004466.pub3.
PubMed 22972072Hue B, Pelhate M, Callec JJ, Chanelet J. Synaptic transmission in the sixth ganglion of the cockroach: action of 4-aminopyridine. J Exp Biol. 1976 Dec;65(3):517-27. doi: 10.1242/jeb.65.3.517.
PubMed 190333Zanini M, Nery RM, de Lima JB, Buhler RP, da Silveira AD, Stein R. Effects of Different Rehabilitation Protocols in Inpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation After Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery: A RANDOMIZED CLINICAL TRIAL. J Cardiopulm Rehabil Prev. 2019 Nov;39(6):E19-E25. doi: 10.1097/HCR.0000000000000431.
PubMed 31343586Uzmezoglu B, Altiay G, Ozdemir L, Tuna H, Sut N. The Efficacy of Flutter(R) and Active Cycle of Breathing Techniques in Patients with Bronchiectasis: A Prospective, Randomized, Comparative Study. Turk Thorac J. 2018 Jul;19(3):103-109. doi: 10.5152/TurkThoracJ.2018.17050. Epub 2018 Jun 12.
PubMed 30083399Lewis LK, Williams MT, Olds TS. The active cycle of breathing technique: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Respir Med. 2012 Feb;106(2):155-72. doi: 10.1016/j.rmed.2011.10.014. Epub 2011 Nov 18.
PubMed 22100537Thybo Karanfil EO, Moller AM. Preoperative inspiratory muscle training prevents pulmonary complications after cardiac surgery - a systematic review. Dan Med J. 2018 Mar;65(3):A5450.
PubMed 29510803Renault JA, Costa-Val R, Rosseti MB, Houri Neto M. Comparison between deep breathing exercises and incentive spirometry after CABG surgery. Rev Bras Cir Cardiovasc. 2009 Apr-Jun;24(2):165-72. doi: 10.1590/s0102-76382009000200012.
PubMed 19768295Filbay SR, Hayes K, Holland AE. Physiotherapy for patients following coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery: limited uptake of evidence into practice. Physiother Theory Pract. 2012 Apr;28(3):178-87. doi: 10.3109/09593985.2011.582231. Epub 2011 Aug 8.
PubMed 21823991
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 13 Mar 2020. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Effects of Active Cycle of Breathing Technique on Pulmonary Functions After CABG During Phase 1 Cardiac Rehabilitation
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT04307316
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- REC/00423 Nouman Hussain
- Conditions
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery
- Keywords
- Active cycle of breathing technique, Chest expansion, Coronary artery bypass graft surgery, FEV1, FVC, PEFR
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 40 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Riphah International UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 30 Aug 2018 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 20 Feb 2019 (actual)
- Study completion
- 20 Dec 2019 (actual)
- First posted
- 13 Mar 2020 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This study is designed to determine the effects of Active cycle of breathing technique (ACBT) on cardiopulmonary parameters of post CABG patients. A randomized control trial was conducted with a sample size of 40 post CABG patients. Non probability Convenience Sampling Technique was used to collect sample and randomization was done through sealed envelope method to allocate participants to the groups. Patients in experimental group did ACBT along with the conventional treatment protocol that was performed in the control group. Subjects completed the exercise protocol of 5 days. Both male and female post CABG patients of age 30-65 years who were vitally stable were included in study. Data was analyzed on Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 21. Normality was assessed through shapiro wilk test. Parametric tests were applied on normally distributed variables and non parametric tests were applied for the non normally distributed data. Confidence interval was kept at 95% and p value <0.05 was considered significant.
Detailed description
Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) is a surgery in which new routes are created around narrow and blocked coronary arteries, that allow proper flow of blood to provide oxygen and nutrients to the heart muscles. The grafts used in CABG can be a vein from lower extremity or any artery of chest. CABG is a surgery in which obstructed coronary arteries are replaced with autologous arteries and veins used as implant, which are fully or moderately congested by atherosclerotic plaque. ACBT is a method used to clear out the secretion from the chest. The purpose of ACBT treatment is to remove secretions from the chest that helps to reduce the frequency of infection, which control the additional airway impairment and worsening the lungs functions that may help in reducing the rate of progress of lung disease. After CABG surgery respiratory therapy is used rationally to inhibit the post-operative complications. Respiratory physiotherapy is routinely used in the prevention and treatment of post-operative pulmonary complications after cardiac surgery. The ultimate goal of physiotherapy in CABG patient is to improve increase lung volume, prevent atelectasis, enhance ventilation-perfusion matching, to increase sputum clearance, and decrease pain. ACBT technique can perform independently by patient with about applying manual technique. ACBT is very effective to improve oxygen saturation, control respiratory rate, and chest clearance after major surgeries. The efficiency of ACBT treatment has been checked out in stable cystic fibrosis, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and abdominal surgery. However, there is limited literature related to its use in patients after CABG surgery. The purpose of this research was to examine the effect of ACBT versus conventional chest physiotherapy after CABG surgery.
In 2018 a study was conducted on effect of ACBTs in post coronary artery bypass grafting patient and he concluded that ACBTs technique is a better way of treatment in coronary artery bypass grafting surgery patients. The determination of this research was to calculate the effectiveness of ACBT in CABG surgery patients. In this study total 15 patients were involved. All the patients were checked out by visual analogue scale for pain, 6-minute walk test (6MWT) for endurance and chest expansion was also measured. It concluded that chest expansion and 6MWT was improved in both groups.
ACBT is an effective technique implemented by the patient to secrete out the sputum from the main airway. The ACBT technique is combined breathing maneuvers to advance the efficiency of cough, untie and clear the secretions and increase the ventilation.
In 2016 a study was conducted observed the effects of ACBTs in post CABG surgery patients and The ACBTs treatment decrease the intensity of pulmonary impairments in post abdominal surgery.There is limited data available in support of effects of ACBTs on pulmonary functions after CABG surgery.
In 2015 a study was conducted to evaluate the effects of ACBTs on chest expansion, arterial blood gases, oxygen saturation, blood pressure, respiratory rate and other vitals in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary disease (COPD) patients during 1st phase of cardiac rehab after CABG surgery. It concluded that ACBT are much effective than routine physiotherapy protocol in patients who have gone under coronary artery bypass grafting.
The present study is intended to observe the effects of ACBT on pulmonary function including lung volumes and capacities, chest expansion as well as the vitals of post operative CABG patients undergoing phase 1 cardiac rehabilitation.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| ACBT group | Experimental | Other: ACBT groupActive cycle breathing technique |
| Conventional treatment group | Active comparator | Other: Conventional Physical therapyConventional treatment group |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 30 to 65 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Vitally stable post CABG patients
Key exclusion criteria (4 listed)
- Hemodynamically unstable patients
- Patient after re-opening of sternum.
- Infected patients
- Patients who cannot speak Urdu, Punjabi or English language.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| ACBT groupACBT: Breathing control 3 to 4 Thoracic Expansion Exercise A: 3 seconds hold B: Chest clapping C: Chest vibration Forced Expiratory Technique Breathing control A: 3 seconds hold B: Chest clapping C: Chest vibration 3 to 4 Thoracic Expansion Exercise Breathing control 1-2 Huff combine with breathing control Huff and cough Chest Physical Therapy Early mobilization | Other | ACBT group |
| Conventional Physical therapyChest percussion, deep breathing, Huff and cough. Early mobilization | Other | Conventional treatment group |
Primary outcome
Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second (FEV1)
Time frame: After 5days
Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second (FEV1) measured through digital spirometer. If the value of FEV1 is within 80% of the reference value, the results are considered normal.
Forced vital capacity (FVC)
Time frame: After 5days
Forced vital capacity (FVC) measured through digital spirometer. If the value of FVC is within 80% of the reference value, the results are considered normal.
FEV1/FVC
Time frame: After 5days
FEV1/FVC measured through digital spirometer. The normal value for the FEV1/FVC ratio is 70% (and 65% in persons older than age 65).
Peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR)
Time frame: After 5days
Peak Expiratory Flow Rate (PEFR) measured through digital spirometer. Three zones of measurement are commonly used to interpret peak flow rates. Normal value of PEFR is (80-100%). Green zone indicates 80 to 100 percent of the usual or normal peak flow reading, yellow zone indicates 50 to 79 percent of the usual or normal peak flow readings, and red zone indicates less than 50 percent of the usual or normal peak flow readings.
Chest expansion
Time frame: After 5 days
Chest expansion at xiphoid level measured by finding the difference in measurements during inhalation and exhalation.
4 secondary outcomes
Heart rate
Time frame: After 5days
Respiratory rate
Time frame: After 5 days
Systolic and diastolic blood pressure
Time frame: After 5days
Oxygen Saturation (SPO2)
Time frame: After 5days
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 13 Mar 2020.
- Background: PubMed 29939613Bachar BJ, Manna B. Coronary Artery Bypass Graft. 2023 Aug 8. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2026 Jan-. Available from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK507836/
- Background: PubMed 22972072Freitas ER, Soares BG, Cardoso JR, Atallah AN. Incentive spirometry for preventing pulmonary complications after coronary artery bypass graft. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2012 Sep 12;2012(9):CD004466. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD004466.pub3.
- Background: PubMed 190333Hue B, Pelhate M, Callec JJ, Chanelet J. Synaptic transmission in the sixth ganglion of the cockroach: action of 4-aminopyridine. J Exp Biol. 1976 Dec;65(3):517-27. doi: 10.1242/jeb.65.3.517.
- Background: PubMed 31343586Zanini M, Nery RM, de Lima JB, Buhler RP, da Silveira AD, Stein R. Effects of Different Rehabilitation Protocols in Inpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation After Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery: A RANDOMIZED CLINICAL TRIAL. J Cardiopulm Rehabil Prev. 2019 Nov;39(6):E19-E25. doi: 10.1097/HCR.0000000000000431.
- Background: PubMed 30083399Uzmezoglu B, Altiay G, Ozdemir L, Tuna H, Sut N. The Efficacy of Flutter(R) and Active Cycle of Breathing Techniques in Patients with Bronchiectasis: A Prospective, Randomized, Comparative Study. Turk Thorac J. 2018 Jul;19(3):103-109. doi: 10.5152/TurkThoracJ.2018.17050. Epub 2018 Jun 12.
- Background: PubMed 22100537Lewis LK, Williams MT, Olds TS. The active cycle of breathing technique: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Respir Med. 2012 Feb;106(2):155-72. doi: 10.1016/j.rmed.2011.10.014. Epub 2011 Nov 18.
- Background: PubMed 29510803Thybo Karanfil EO, Moller AM. Preoperative inspiratory muscle training prevents pulmonary complications after cardiac surgery - a systematic review. Dan Med J. 2018 Mar;65(3):A5450.
- Background: PubMed 19768295Renault JA, Costa-Val R, Rosseti MB, Houri Neto M. Comparison between deep breathing exercises and incentive spirometry after CABG surgery. Rev Bras Cir Cardiovasc. 2009 Apr-Jun;24(2):165-72. doi: 10.1590/s0102-76382009000200012.
- Background: PubMed 21823991Filbay SR, Hayes K, Holland AE. Physiotherapy for patients following coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery: limited uptake of evidence into practice. Physiother Theory Pract. 2012 Apr;28(3):178-87. doi: 10.3109/09593985.2011.582231. Epub 2011 Aug 8.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Suman Sheraz, PhD* principal investigator
Riphah International University
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing ACBT group and Conventional Physical therapy in people with Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery, run by Riphah International University at 1 site in Pakistan.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 1 inclusion and 4 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 13 Mar 2020. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Pakistan. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second (FEV1) (time frame: After 5days). The study lists 5 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT04307316, which also lists 9 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 13 Mar 2020.