GRIPF

About The Study

Recruitment target: 20 families – family members with and without the disease

Duration: Ongoing recruitment

Study Locations

NSW

  • Royal Prince Alfred
  • John Hunter Hospital

VIC

  • The Alfred Hospital 

SA

  • Royal Adelaide Hospital 

QLD

  • The Prince Charles Hospital 

What is involved?

We are seeking suitable participants for a research study that examines how genetic factors may contribute to Pulmonary Fibrosis (PF), a rare but severe lung disease. In this study, we are interested in people with PF who have a family history of PF or ILD. Additionally, if families with multiple people with PF are willing to participate, we would be interested in both the relatives with and without PF as this will allow us to look at genetic similarities and differences between the family members.

This national research project is being carried out by a team of researchers from the Menzies Institute for Medical Research, University of Tasmania in collaboration with the Australian ILD Registry.

This study plans to learn more about pulmonary fibrosis and determine if genetic factors contribute to the development of diseases which result in scarring in the lung. What we learn may be helpful in the future to people diagnosed with these diseases, known as pulmonary fibrosis, and their family members.

Can I participate?

Inclusion Criteria
  • Individuals with PF who have a family history of PF or ILD; or

  • Families with multiple people living with PF, including their unaffected relatives.

Exclusion Criteria
  • We require at least two affected relatives from a family to participate in order for their unaffected relatives to participate in the study. This will allow us to look for genetic similarities and differences between family members with and without PF.

Further information or how to take part

If you would like to take part or have any questions about this research study, please fill out our Patient Trial Enquiry Form or email enquiries@pactnetwork.com.au.

This study is sponsored by philanthropic support.

Clinicaltrials.gov ID: Not Applicable