Temple Health Chest Initiative (THCI 2.0)
Temple Health Chest Initiative (THCI 2.0) - Lung Cancer Screening Project With COPD Detection
Who can join
Ages 50 to 80 · All sexes · Healthy volunteers welcome
Full eligibility criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 50 to 80 years old * Screened for early lung cancer using low dose CT imaging Exclusion Criteria: * Under 50; over 80 years old * No lung cancer screening
About the study
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is highly prevalent globally, with considerable morbidity and mortality associated. In the US, it is the 4th leading cause of death, as well as contributing to significant costs on healthcare utilization including hospitalization. Population-based screening for COPD has not been recommended by the US Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF). However, LDCT screening for lung cancer in patients aged 50- 80 with ≥ 20 pack year smoking has been shown to improve survival. COPD is highly prevalent within LCS programs, with estimated rates of obstructive lung function of up to 59% and evidence of emphysema on CT scan in around 70%.
What is being tested
- Determine COPD prevalence utilizing spirometry along with CT scans and symptom assessments in the THCI lung cancer screening populatio (diagnostic test)
Sponsor: Temple University · Participants: 1,000 · Started: Feb 28, 2025
Contact the study team
- Lauren Miller, BS · Phone: 215-707-4821
- Stephanie Yerkes, BA · Phone: 215-707-2357
Official record on ClinicalTrials.gov — NCT06933758
Locations in the U.S.
| Pennsylvania | Temple University Of the Commonwealth System of Higher Education, Philadelphia |
Conditions
From ClinicalTrials.gov, data retrieved Sep 30, 2026. Each study sets its own eligibility; the study team decides who can join.