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Enhanced COPD Management in Suspected Lung Cancer Patients
Sponsor: Ditte Krag-Hansen
Summary
Identifying and treating COPD in patients undergoing lung cancer evaluation is crucial. Early intervention could lead to better management of both diseases, improving health status, reducing healthcare costs, and potentially increasing survival rates. This study aims to assess the impact of early diagnosis and optimal treatment of COPD on clinical outcomes in patients under evaluation for lung cancer. The study will combine information through an open-label RCT at the Lung Cancer Investigation Unit at Lillebaelt Hospital Vejle. The findings could inform clinical practice by emphasizing the importance of integrated care approaches for patients with coexisting COPD and lung cancer, ultimately leading to better health outcomes.
Official title: Enhanced COPD Management in Suspected Lung Cancer Patients - Improving Outcomes Through Timely Intervention
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
280
Start Date
2026-03-06
Completion Date
2027-06-30
Last Updated
2026-04-22
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Tailored COPD consultations
These consultations will include assessment and treatment according to GOLD guidelines, including: Pharmacological management Smoking cessation support Referral to pulmonary rehabilitation as appropriate Referral for nutritional assessment and optimization when appropriate Referral to cardiovascular evaluation when appropriate Referral to sleep apnea evaluation when appropriate
Locations (1)
Lung Cancer Investigation Unit, Lillebaelt Hospital Vejle
Vejle, Denmark