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Focal myositis

MONDO:0018845

Focal myositis is a rare inflammatory myopathy characterized by a localized swelling of skeletal muscle that is usually located in the lower extremities.

Also known as: focal nodular myositis, inflammatory pseudotumor of skeletal muscle

56 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.

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Broader categories

Disease (618) Inflammatory disease (310) Musculoskeletal system disorder (196) Myositis disease (94) Acquired idiopathic inflammatory myopathy (61) Muscle tissue disorder (53) Idiopathic inflammatory myopathy (52) Human disease (14) Myopathy (11) Skeletal muscle disorder (8)

Trials to join now! 25 Not yet recruiting 8 Not yet finished but already full! 9 Completed 13 Terminated 1

Scientists gather leftover surgical tissue to unlock secrets of bone disease

Knowledge-focused Terminated

This 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