NCT07132788 Understanding the Effects of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension on Lean Muscle Mass
| NCT ID | NCT07132788 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | University of Pennsylvania |
| Condition | Pulmonary Hypertension |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 150 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-05-01 |
| Primary Completion | 2029-07-01 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
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This trial targets 150 participants in total. It began in 2025-05-01 with a primary completion date of 2029-07-01.
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Brief Summary
Patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) are at increased risk of muscle loss and decreased physical activity. This study will aim to (1) understand the way in which muscle loss occurs in PAH, particularly the role of fat surrounding the heart, and (2) look at the impact muscle loss has on quality of life, daily physical activity, and hospitalizations in patients with PAH. The findings from this study could help identify potentially treatable factors that may improve the overall quality of life and physical functioning of patients with PAH. Subjects will be asked to attend a baseline visit where the following will be performed: * Measure your vital signs * Undergo a research blood draw, less than 4 tablespoons * Provide a urine pregnancy test (if applicable) * Review demographics, personal history, and medical history * Review current PAH medications * Complete questionnaires on how your PAH affects you * Complete a test of physical performance * Complete a grip strength test * Undergo an echocardiogram (Echo) * Complete a six-minute walk test * Undergo a Chest CT Scan * Undergo a scan of your body composition (DXA scan) * Obtain a weight and body composition measurement on the InBody Scale Subjects will also complete activity moniotring, two 24-hour diet recalls, and participate in remote follow-up visits every 6 months
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Signed informed consent prior to initiation of any study mandated procedure. * Diagnosis of PAH belonging to one of the following subgroups of Group 1 PH according to the updated clinical classification \[Humbert 2022\] * Idiopathic (IPAH) * Heritable (HPAH) * Drugs or toxins induced * Associated (APAH) with one of the following: * Connective tissue disease; * Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection; * Congenital heart disease; or * Portopulmonary hypertension * Diagnosis of PAH within 6 months of enrollment or diagnosis of PAH and on stable therapy for 3 months prior to enrollment * Documented hemodynamic diagnosis of PAH by right heart catheterization (RHC), prior to enrollment showing: * mPAP \> 20 mmHg; and * PAWP or LVEDP ≤ 15 mmHg * PVR \> 2 Wood units Exclusion Criteria: * Prior to enrollment, evidence of moderately severe obstructive ventilator defect with: * FEV1/FVC ≤ 5th percentile; and * FEV1 z-score \< 2.5 * Prior to enrollment, evidence of severe restrictive defect with * TLC \< 5th percentile * FEV1 z-score \< 4 * Prior to enrollment, hospitalization (within 1 week) for decompensated right heart failure * More than moderate aortic or mitral valve disease * LVEF \< 40% within 1 year of screening * Pregnancy
Contact & Investigator
Nadine Al-Naamani, MD
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
University of Pennsylvania
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07132788 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Pulmonary Hypertension. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07132788 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07132788 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at Rebecca.lang@Pennmedicine.upenn.edu for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07132788 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Philadelphia, United States.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07132788 clinical trial?
NCT07132788 is sponsored by University of Pennsylvania. The principal investigator is Nadine Al-Naamani, MD at University of Pennsylvania. The trial plans to enroll 150 participants.