Plain-English translation of NCT06985225 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
Researchers want to understand what happens in your lungs when mucus blocks your airways. This study uses two types of imaging—CT scans and a special kind of MRI called xenon MRI—to see where mucus plugs are located and how they affect the air sacs and blood vessels in the parts of your lungs beyond the blockage.
Many people with mucus-producing lung diseases like asthma, COPD, and cystic fibrosis struggle with blocked airways, but doctors don't fully understand how these blockages damage the surrounding lung tissue. This study could help doctors find better ways to treat these blockages and prevent long-term lung damage.
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You will visit the research center for imaging studies. First, researchers will use a CT scan to identify where mucus is blocking your airways. Then you will receive a xenon MRI scan, which uses a special type of gas to show how well air and oxygen move through your lungs, especially in the areas affected by mucus plugs. The entire process will take a few hours, and you'll need to be able to hold your breath briefly during the scans.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jul 2, 2026 · Not medical advice
United States
Sponsor
University of Kansas Medical Center
Collaborators
Polarean Imaging, Plc
Enrollment target
~8 participants
Started
June 2025
Primary completion
December 2026
Age range
18 Years – 65 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in July 2026.
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Central contact
Cristal Monge
University of Kansas Medical Center
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