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Fiber Metabolism in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

The impact of fiber intake on short chain fatty acid (SCFA) metabolism has not been studied in subjects suffering from COPD. The purpose of this study is to compare changes in SCFA metabolism after inulin vs. placebo intake in COPD patients to healthy matched controls. This protocol is an extension …

Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells Transplantation in the Treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

To evaluate the safety and efficacy of human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells transplantation in patients with COPD

Virtual Reality Hypnosis for Thoracic Drain Insertion

The main objective of this study is to evaluate, in vigilant resuscitation patients, the effect of the use of HYPNO VR on the pain felt during the insertion of a thoracic drain.

Lung Irradiation for COVID-19 Pneumonia

This infection causes inflammation of the lung, which can make it difficult to breathe. As a result, patients may need supplemental oxygen or be placed on a ventilator. The investigators believe that low dose radiation therapy to the lung may reduce this inflammation and increase the likelihood that patients will …

Immunity and Safety of Covid-19 Synthetic Minigene Vaccine

In December 2019, viral pneumonia caused by a novel beta-coronavirus (Covid-19) broke out in Wuhan, China. Some patients rapidly progressed and suffered severe acute respiratory failure and died, making it imperative to develop a safe and effective vaccine to treat and prevent severe Covid-19 pneumonia. Based on detailed analysis of …