Airspace dimension test (ADT) - a novel method for diagnosis of pulmonary emphysema
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | Lunds universitet - Institutionen för designvetenskaper |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 750 000 |
| Project duration | November 2013 - October 2015 |
| Status | Completed |
Purpose and goal
The aim of the project was to make a clinical validation of Airspace Dimensional Test, a new method for pulmonary diagnostics, which we are developing at LU. This would be done by connecting to SCAPIS (English cardiopulmonary BioImage Study), where 30 000 individuals, randomly selected from the population, are examined for lung function, cardiac function and computed tomography of the lungs. Fulfillment: Thanks to the cooperation with SCAPIS, we have a large, and growing, patient database that includes measurements with ADT. This has resulted collaboration with manufacturers.
Results and expected effects
The project was delayed because SCAPIS was delayed and therefore has not yet resulted in the number of volunteers we originally estimated (626/700). That goal, however, will be reached soon. In all other respects, the project has achieved its objectives. We now have presentation documents, reference data, business contacts and networks in order to move on.
Approach and implementation
The project has, apart from the time lag, been carried out as planned. A technician who could perform the measurements was recruited and was enrolled in the method. Equipment and logistics were adapted for running with SCAPIS. Patient data were compiled aggregated and presented at scientific conferences, for companies and at universities in Sweden and abroad.