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Emory Healthcare Clinical Trial
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Asthma-Bariatric Study
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Summary
Current research shows that obesity greatly increases the risk of developing asthma. Although the two conditions are clearly related, experts do not fully understand why they are linked. Some people think that hormones released in the fat cells (adipokines) play a role. Others believe that excess weight pressing on the lungs triggers the hyperreactive response in the airways that is typical of asthma.
Through the Asthma-Bariatric Study, we hope to learn more about the relationship between obesity and asthma. Specifically, this study is designed to answer the following questions:
• Does bariatric surgery help patients control their asthma?
• How much asthma control can be obtained through weight loss?
• How does weight loss influence lung function?
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Study Involves
Observational only.
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Inclusion Criteria
Age: 18-70
Sex: Males and females
Ethnic Origin: All races and ethnicities are needed
Diagnosis required to participate: The Asthma-Bariatric Study is looking for candidates who have asthma and are considering bariatric surgery (both patients who undergo bariatric surgery and those who do not are needed for this study).
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Exclusion Criteria
Currently taking Prednisone or other steroid pills.
Currently smoke (or quit smoking less than 1 year ago).
Certain medical conditions.
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Patient Involvement
6-8 visits lasting 2 hours each. Visits will occur at enrollment, 1 month, 6 months, and 1 year. Pulmonary function tests, blood samples, urine samples, questionnaires.
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Contact Information
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| Amy Anderson, RN |
(404) 686-5437 |
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