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Ankylosing spondylitis
MONDO:0005306An autoimmune chronic inflammatory disorder characterized by inflammation in the vertebral joints of the spine and sacroiliac joints. It predominantly affects young males. Patients present with stiffness and pain in the spine.
Also known as: ankylosing spondylarthritis
242 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Pain pill showdown: ultracet vs. voltaren for back inflammation
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study compared two pain medications—Ultracet (tramadol/acetaminophen) and Voltaren (diclofenac)—in people with ankylosing spondylitis who were already taking disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs). The goal was to see which one worked better for pain relief over 8 w…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Johnson & Johnson Taiwan Ltd • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Biopsy tolerance study ends early – what we know
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to understand how well patients tolerate biopsies for autoimmune diseases and whether they feel properly informed. It planned to enroll 505 people but was terminated early. The results may help improve patient experience with these common procedures.
Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists gather leftover surgical tissue to unlock secrets of bone disease
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study collected bone, cartilage, skin, and fat tissue from 50 patients undergoing surgery at Children's National Medical Center. The goal was to grow cells from these tissues in the lab and analyze them to better understand bone and connective tissue diseases. The study was …
Sponsor: National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC