Bronchiectasis Adult

Pulmonary rehabilitation is a key treatment for lung diseases, but many patients struggle to attend sessions due to travel distances, physical limitations, or logistical barriers. The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether a tele-pulmonary rehabilitation (TPR) program can improve the rates of treatment initiation and adherence among patients with chronic lung diseases compared to traditional, center-based pulmonary rehabilitation. Additionally, the study will assess improvements in quality of life, physical symptoms, and safety in both groups. This study will enroll 90 patients from two medical centers in Israel (Tel Aviv and Barzilai). Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: 1. The control group will receive usual care with a referral by a pulmonologist to standard pulmonary rehabilitation at a medical center. 2. The intervention group will participate in a supervised remote tele-rehabilitation program using a dedicated application and remote monitoring.

The Azithromycin to Modify Bronchiectasis Exacerbation Risk (AMBER) trial is a prospective, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group clinical trial in adults with clinically and radiologically confirmed non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis (NCFB). The trial evaluates whether azithromycin 250 mg orally once daily for 12 months, added to standard bronchiectasis care, reduces the occurrence of at least one bronchiectasis exacerbation during 12-month follow-up compared with matching placebo added to standard bronchiectasis care. Participants will be randomized in a 1:1 allocation ratio to standard care plus matching placebo or standard care plus azithromycin. The primary analysis will follow the intention-to-treat (ITT) principle. The AMBER trial is embedded within the Assiut University bronchiectasis translational research platform and is linked to the Bronchiectasis Assessment of Severity and Exacerbations (BASE) framework and the Bronchiectasis Phenotype Identification Model (BPIM). BASE and BPIM are not used for randomization stratification and will not modify the primary randomized comparison. The locked Version 1.0 methodological disclosure document, protocol, and statistical analysis plan (SAP), primary sample-size source code, and endpoint-level sample-size support matrix are archived in Zenodo: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20178963. The AMBER public preregistration is also available through the Open Science Framework (OSF) under Digital Object Identifier (DOI) 10.17605/OSF.IO/RE54V.

This clinical trial aims to evaluate the safety and efficacy of REGEND001, an autologous basal layer stem cell transplantation therapy, in patients with chronic structural lung disease (bronchiectasis). The treatment involves harvesting bronchial basal layer stem cells from the patient, expanding them ex vivo, and reintroducing them via bronchoscopic infusion to repair damaged lung tissue.

This study will evaluate the safety and effects of ALX1, an inhaled investigational treatment, in adults with bronchiectasis. Participants will receive either ALX1 or a placebo (a treatment with no active medicine) for 14 days. The study will compare different dose levels of ALX1 to help identify appropriate doses for future research based on safety, tolerability, and changes in predictive biomarkers.

The primary objective of this trial is to assess the safety and tolerability of single and multiple ascending intravenously (IV) infused doses of CTX-187 when administered to healthy adult male and female participants and participants with a bacterial infection (bronchiectasis participants chronically infected with P. aeruginosa).

Individuals with bronchiectasis exhibit productive cough and recurrent lung infections as well as reduced exercise capacity, physical activity level, and respiratory and peripheral muscle strength. 6-minute walk test (6MWT) is often used to assess exercise capacity in chronic lung diseases. 6MWT is recommended to be performed along a flat corridor, at least 30 m long, with low pedestrian traffic, on a hard surface. To overcome technical limitations during 6MWT, 6-minute stepper test (6MST) has been proposed to assess exercise capacity. Another test that provides information about exercise capacity is the 1-minute sit-to-stand test (1STS). To our knowledge, there is limited information about different exercise tests including 6MST and 1STS and cardiopulmonary responses to these tests in individuals with bronchiectasis. Therefore, this study aims to compare the responses to the 6MST between individuals with bronchiectasis and healthy controls and to investigate the relationships among 6MST, 6MWT, and 1STS responses and muscle strength.

The purpose of this study is to collect data to assess the use of the LibAirty™ System for improving bronchiectasis symptoms and healthcare resource utilization when it is used at home. The main question this study is trying to answer is: How often do adults with bronchiectasis experience pulmonary exacerbations (flare-ups of their lung condition) while using the LibAirty™ airway clearance system at home? Participants will use the LibAirty™ airway clearance system at home as prescribed by their doctor - the device is not being provided as part of the study. The study will last for 12 months from the time participants begin using LibAirty. During the study period, participants will continue with their usual clinic visits. At some of these regular visits (up to 4 times over the year), participants will be asked to complete short questionnaires about their bronchiectasis symptoms and their experience using LibAirty. At these same visits, the study team will also review participants' medical records and collect information related to their bronchiectasis condition, such as test results, medications, and any hospital or emergency room visits.

Physiotherapy is a key treatment for patients with bronchiectasis. An evaluation of the parameters indicative of respiratory health in patients treated with two different respiratory physiotherapy techniques (conventional versus Simeox®) would be very useful in choosing physiotherapy treatments for bronchiectasis patients. A systematic review of the literature shows that there are no published studies evaluating the effectiveness of respiratory physiotherapy by analyzing the variation in resistance measured using the forced oscillation technique (FOT) in patients with bronchiectasis. The results of this study would add to those that have examined different physiotherapy techniques and could therefore contribute to the choice of the most appropriate technique for this category of patients. The trial is being conducted to answer the question: "How do respiratory parameters vary during treatment with two different respiratory physiotherapy techniques: conventional respiratory physiotherapy or that performed using the Simeox device?" Secondary objectives include the measurement of various functional parameters, such as vital signs (heart rate, respiratory rate, blood oxygenation, blood pressure values) and spirometry values (FEV1, FVC, TLC). The onset of adverse events, the degree of patient tolerance and relief, and respiratory health will also be assessed through the administration of various questionnaires commonly used in clinical practice. Additionally, changes in the quantity of sputum produced will be measured.

This randomized, single-blind, parallel-group controlled trial aims to investigate the effects of expiratory muscle training added to standard pulmonary rehabilitation on respiratory muscle strength, pulmonary function, cough effectiveness, exercise capacity, dyspnea perception, and quality of life in patients with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis. Eligible patients aged 18-70 years with stable disease will be randomly assigned to either a pulmonary rehabilitation-only group or a pulmonary rehabilitation combined with expiratory muscle training group. Outcomes will be assessed at baseline and after completion of the intervention period.

The goal of this observational study is to learn about new sensors that measure changes in the body that happen during a chest infection, such as breathing rate and heart rate. This study will be with adults who have either cystic fibrosis or bronchiectasis who start treatment with intravenous antibiotics (usually for around 2 weeks). The main question it aims to answer is the change in sensor measure (such as heart rate) between the start and end of treatment for a chest infection. No follow up visits are required for this study.

Bronchiectasis is a heterogeneous airway disease with diverse causes, making precise diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment response prediction challenging. Identifying patient subgroups (phenotypes) and molecular profiles (endotypes) can enhance individualized assessment and management. While prior studies, primarily in European populations, have identified key phenotypes and endotypes, their relevance to Chinese patients remains unclear due to geographic and clinical differences. Specific causes of bronchiectasis, such as allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA) and primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD), may also exhibit distinct pathophysiology requiring further exploration. The C-BRIDGE Study seeks to characterize phenotypes and endotypes in Chinese bronchiectasis patients during stable disease and exacerbations, evaluate differences in clinical outcomes across these subgroups, and develop personalized medicine strategies based on these findings, applicable in China and globally. Primary Objective: To identify molecular endotypes of bronchiectasis that accurately predict prognosis and guide treatment responses. Secondary Objectives: To characterize molecular endotypes of stable bronchiectasis in Chinese patients. To define molecular endotypes of bronchiectasis exacerbations in Chinese patients. To investigate molecular endotypes specific to allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA). To explore genotypes and inflammatory endotypes of cystic fibrosis (CF) and primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) in Chinese patients. To validate candidate biomarkers for stable and exacerbation endotypes to support stratified medicine. To conduct in vivo or in vitro proof-of-concept studies using phenotypic data to identify patient subgroups likely to benefit from specific pharmacological interventions. Study Design: This observational cohort study will link identified patient subgroups with meaningful clinical outcomes to inform prognosis and optimize treatment strategies.

Many people with chronic lung disease have disease flare-ups. It was previously believed that these were mainly caused by bacteria but recent evidence suggests that viruses could be an important trigger. This study will recruit volunteers with chronic lung disease and take samples both when well (at baseline) and during flare-ups (exacerbations) to better understand the role of viruses in triggering exacerbations and also how the immune response is affected. The researchers will follow the volunteers\' progress for up to two years. Whenever they get unwell they will take some samples (nose swabs, finger prick testing, phlegm sample) and post them to the researchers. Then, they will come in for a visit for more samples (blood tests, further swabs) and a review.

The goal of this study is to determine if viral infection with the common cold leads to an exacerbation in participants with bronchiectasis. The investigators will compare the participants with bronchiectasis to a group of healthy participants. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does viral infection with the common cold lead to an exacerbation in bronchiectasis? * Does the immune response differ to that of a healthy participant? Participants will attend for a screening visit to see if they are eligible. All participants who are eligible and have consented to take part will have baseline investigations done including blood tests and a bronchoscopy. They will be given a spray of a virus that causes the common cold into their nose. They will then be followed up over the next 6 weeks with some of the following procedures at each study visit; spirometry, nasosorption, nasal lavage, nasal brushing, blood test, sputum collection and a bronchoscopy. Participants will be asked to keep a daily record of their symptoms throughout the study.

The aim of this study is to evaluate the therapeutic effect of therapy with The Volara System on mucus clearance.

The ERASE II study is a prospective follow-up study designed to assess the long-term impact of successful eradication of Pseudomonas aeruginosa (PA) in patients with bronchiectasis. Building on the findings of the initial ERASE study, which evaluated the efficacy and safety of Tobramycin Inhalation Solution, ERASE II aims to determine whether successful PA eradication influences patient prognosis over an extended period. The study will involve a total observation period of 36 months, consisting of the initial 9 months of the ERASE study followed by an additional 27 months of comprehensive follow-up. Key outcomes to be assessed include patients' quality of life, lung function, frequency of pulmonary exacerbations, frequency of hospitalization, and overall treatment costs. Additionally, the study will examine the timing and incidence of any potential reinfections with Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

Bronchiectasis is a chronic respiratory condition characterized by the abnormal and permanent dilation of the bronchi, leading to recurrent respiratory infections, chronic cough, and significant morbidity. The disease has gained increasing recognition due to its rising prevalence and the substantial burden it places on healthcare systems . Recent studies have highlighted the importance of nutritional status in managing chronic respiratory diseases, including bronchiectasis. Malnutrition is prevalent among patients with bronchiectasis, particularly those experiencing frequent exacerbations. It has been shown that underweight patients have lower lung function and may face worse clinical outcomes compared to those with normal weight . Specifically, a study found that underweight individuals had a significantly lower forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) compared to their normal-weight counterparts, indicating a direct correlation between nutritional status and respiratory function .

Bronchiectasis is a chronic bronchial disease in which the usual capacity to remove secretions does not function correctly, causing mucus retention that leads to chronic infection. As with all infections, the use of antibiotics and puss removal are essential treatment elements. Physiotherapeutic techniques are used to assist in the removal of secretions, although these are time-consuming practices that need to be much better studied and which patients often do not continue practicing diligently. A physiotherapeutic technique called (Slow prolonged expiration in lateral decubitus) ELTGOL has been shown to be somewhat effective but as the mucus is viscous in this disorder, it can be difficult to get it to move. It is thought that saline solution inhalations may reduce mucus viscosity and could help to ease expectoration, facilitating the removal of the mucus by the physiotherapeutic technique. This project aims to test this hypothesis, which if true could represent an advance in the treatment of this severely debilitating disease.

Bronchiectasis is a complex heterogeneous disorder. Treatment is challenging and many recent randomized controlled trials have been negative. It is believed that bronchiectasis as a broad diagnosis incorporates multiple different patient subgroups (also known as phenotypes) and molecular entities (referred to as endotypes). This study aims to phenotype and endotype bronchiectasis during stable disease and exacerbations, to develop strategies for personalised medicine. Primary Objective To determine molecular endotypes of bronchiectasis which can guide response to treatment. Secondary Objectives 1. To determine molecular endotypes of stable bronchiectasis 2. To determine the causes and inflammatory profiles of bronchiectasis exacerbations 3. To validate candidate biomarkers of stable and exacerbation endotypes to use in stratified medicine 4. To perform in-vivo or in-vitro proof of concept studies using phenotypic data to identify patient populations likely to benefit in future randomized controlled trials This is an observational cohort study that will aim to identify patient subgroups and link these with meaningful clinical outcomes.

Bronchiectasis is associated with repeated exacerbations which occurs at rates of 1.5-6.5 per patients per year, and are associated with an increased risk of admission and readmission to hospital, and high health care costs. In a local study carried out more than 10 years ago, idiopathic disease dominates and patients with bronchiectasis are mainly female with high hospitalization and mortality rates; 21.9 cases per 100,000 and 2.7 cases per 100,000 respectively. Moreover, exacerbation characterized by increases in symptoms requiring antibiotic treatment is associated with disease progression and significant mortality. Updated prevalence of this disease with the characteristics of etiology, clinical presentation and outcomes are needed to guide further management plan.