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E-Cigarette Liquids for Cardiopulmonary Health
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Recruiting
Led By Paula Rodriguez Miguelez, PhD
Research Sponsored by Virginia Commonwealth University
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Non e-cigarette group: 21 years of age or older
E-Cigarette group: 21 years of age or older, Used e-cigarettes (≥3 times/week for ≥3 months)
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up change from baseline to 2 weeks
Awards & highlights
Study Summary
This trial will study the effects of e-cigarettes on cardiopulmonary health by comparing e-cigarette users to a control group.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults over the age of 21 who are either regular e-cigarette users (using them at least three times a week for more than three months) or those who have never used e-cigarettes. It's not specified, but typically people with certain health conditions may be excluded.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study is testing two types of tobacco-flavored liquids used in cartridge-based electronic cigarettes to see how they affect the heart and lungs of the users. Participants will use these liquids and their cardiopulmonary health will be monitored.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While specific side effects aren't listed, using e-cigarettes can potentially lead to throat irritation, coughing, shortness of breath, and could impact heart rate and blood pressure.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowSelect...
I am 21 or older and do not use e-cigarettes.
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I am 21 or older and have been using e-cigarettes regularly for at least 3 months.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ change from baseline to 2 weeks
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~change from baseline to 2 weeks
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Change in Expiratory Volume
Change in Peak oxygen consumption (VO2 peak)
Secondary outcome measures
Change in Maximal microvascular dilation
Change in Skeletal muscle O2 utilization
Trial Design
3Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: E-cigarette liquid type 1Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants will be instructed to use at least one study product daily in place of their own e-cigarettes during the intervention period.
Group II: E-cigarettes liquid type 2Active Control1 Intervention
Participants will be instructed to use at least one study product daily in place of their own e-cigarettes during the intervention period.
Group III: No e-cigarettesActive Control1 Intervention
No e-cigarette use
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityLead Sponsor
698 Previous Clinical Trials
22,884,938 Total Patients Enrolled
5 Trials studying Electronic Cigarette Use
192 Patients Enrolled for Electronic Cigarette Use
Paula Rodriguez Miguelez, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorVirginia Commonwealth University
2 Previous Clinical Trials
62 Total Patients Enrolled
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I have heart, lung, kidney, liver, metabolic, or brain diseases.I have a condition or take medication that affects my heart and lung health.I am 21 or older and do not use e-cigarettes.I am 20 years old or younger.I am 21 or older and have been using e-cigarettes regularly for at least 3 months.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: E-cigarette liquid type 1
- Group 2: E-cigarettes liquid type 2
- Group 3: No e-cigarettes
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Can you provide an estimation of the number of individuals currently being admitted to this research trial?
"Yes, the clinicaltrials.gov website confirms that this trial is actively recruiting participants as of February 3rd 2022. The study was first posted on October 10th and seeks 57 volunteers from a single location."
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Does this clinical trial currently have any vacancies?
"As indicated by clinicaltrials.gov, this study is actively seeking participants. This trial was initially advertised on the 10th of January 2022 and its information has been refreshed as recently as 3rd February 2022."
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