EAPOC-COPD System for COPD
(EAPOC-COPD Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a new digital tool called the EAPOC-COPD System, designed to help doctors and nurse practitioners better manage COPD, a lung condition that makes breathing difficult. The tool suggests personalized treatments, checks symptoms, and provides self-care plans based on information shared by patients. The trial will compare care changes with this tool versus traditional methods. It suits patients diagnosed with COPD by a doctor and receiving care at selected sites in Ontario, Canada. The goal is to determine if this tool can improve treatments and overall management of COPD. As an unphased trial, this study offers patients the opportunity to contribute to innovative research that could enhance COPD care for many.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It focuses on optimizing COPD treatment, which might involve changes to your medication, but it doesn't clearly state if you must stop any existing medications.
What prior data suggests that the EAPOC-COPD system is safe for COPD management?
Research has shown that digital tools like the EAPOC-COPD system are generally safe. These tools assist doctors by providing personalized treatment advice based on patient information. Studies have found that similar digital tools receive positive feedback from both patients and healthcare providers. They typically don't cause side effects, as they are neither drugs nor surgeries. Instead, they enhance doctors' ability to make informed treatment decisions and manage diseases like COPD more effectively.
The EAPOC-COPD system collects patient information through a smartphone app or computer and offers treatment suggestions to doctors. This system aims to improve care without introducing new risks. As a digital tool, its safety relies on compatibility with existing health records and user-friendliness. So far, no major safety issues have been reported for systems like EAPOC-COPD.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the EAPOC-COPD System because it offers a fresh approach to managing COPD, focusing on early intervention and personalized care. Unlike traditional treatments, which often rely on in-clinic assessments and generalized medication adjustments, this system uses a smartphone or tablet app to gather patient data up to a week before appointments. It then processes this information to provide a tailored risk assessment and COPD action plan, which can be accessed anytime through a patient portal. This proactive and personalized strategy could lead to better symptom management and improved adherence to treatment plans, potentially transforming how COPD care is delivered.
What evidence suggests that the EAPOC-COPD system is effective for COPD management?
Research has shown that digital tools like the EAPOC-COPD system, which participants in this trial may receive, can improve COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) management. Studies have found that these systems help doctors adhere more closely to treatment guidelines, leading to better medication choices for COPD patients. A similar system helped patients manage their symptoms and reduced the number of flare-ups. These tools offer personalized action plans and educational resources, which have been linked to improved patient outcomes. By using information reported by patients, these tools customize care more effectively, potentially enhancing overall health and quality of life for those with COPD.56789
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for COPD patients being treated by providers at six primary care sites in Ontario, Canada. Providers must be using IT infrastructure compatible with the EAPOC-COPD system and caring for COPD patients. Those unwilling to use the EAPOC-COPD system are excluded.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Pre-intervention
Sites provide usual care and serve as their own control
Intervention
Transition to EAPOC-COPD-supported care with digital clinical decision support system
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after intervention
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- EAPOC-COPD System
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Women's College Hospital
Lead Sponsor