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Illness Expectations in COPD

The Role of Expectations in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) - Development and Validation of a New Tool

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About This Trial

This study investigates the impact of expectations on individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and aims to develop and validate a novel tool to assess these expectations. By understanding the role of expectations, healthcare providers can better tailor interventions and support for COPD patients, ultimately improving their quality of life and treatment outcomes.

Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)

Who May Qualify: - Diagnosis of COPD confirmed by spirometry - Adults - Italian speakers - Ability to complete the required tests - willing to sign a consent form from the patient to participate in the study Who Should NOT Join This Trial: - Non-Italian speakers - Psychiatric comorbidities - Cognitive impairment Always talk to your doctor about whether this trial is right for you.

Original Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of COPD confirmed by spirometry * Adults * Italian speakers * Ability to complete the required tests * Informed consent from the patient to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Non-Italian speakers * Psychiatric comorbidities * Cognitive impairment

Treatments Being Tested

OTHER

Psychological Questionnaires

Patients will be asked to complete a series of questionnaires regarding disease expectations, cognitions, and representations of their health status. Additionally, sociodemographic data and clinical variables will be collected from medical records.

Locations (1)

Don Gnocchi Foundation
Milan, Italy