Atrovent in Exercise Induced Laryngeal Obstruction (EILO)
Norway20 participantsStarted 2016-06-22
Plain-language summary
Exercise Induced Laryngeal Obstruction (EILO) is a condition not uncommon in otherwise healthy young people. EILO is caused by posteromedial collapse of supraglottic structures or medialization of the vocal folds, or both, during high intensity exercise. There are currently no treatments available that is properly evidence based. However, case reports suggest a possible effect from the "asthma drug" Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent®). The current project is an open label pilot study, aiming to test if Atrovent can influence the occurence of EILO, either postponing the onset during exercise or fully prevent the condition to occur.
Who can participate
Age range
12 Years – 25 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria: Exercise Induced Inspiratory Symptoms and a CLE score Equal to or larger than three Exclusion Criteria: Participants should be free from co-morbidities other than stable and weel treated asthma. Pregnancy
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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CLE test-scores (please se above; Detailed Study Description)
Timeframe: At exhaustion when the test stops, approximately 10-15 minutes after test commencement