Idiopathic recurrent pericarditis
MONDO:0016662A rare autoinflammatory syndrome defined as recurrence of pericardial inflammation of unknown origin following the first episode of acute pericarditis and a symptom-free interval of 4-6 weeks or longer. Recurrent attacks of chest pain may be the sole presentation or the chest pain may be accompanied by pericardial friction rub, electrocardiographic or echocardiographic changes, pericardial effusion and increased C-reactive protein. Cardiac tamponade is a rare, life-threatening complication.
Also known as: idiopathic relapsing pericarditis
47 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Pausing arthritis drug may boost pneumonia Shot's power
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether temporarily stopping methotrexate for 2 weeks after receiving a pneumonia vaccine (PCV20) helps the vaccine work better in adults with autoimmune rheumatic diseases like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus. About 192 participants with stable, low disease activi…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New study aims to predict which patients will get pericarditis again
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks for ways to predict if pericarditis (inflammation of the sac around the heart) will come back. About 10-30% of people have a repeat episode, and half of those have multiple returns. Researchers will use a special PET/CT scan, blood tests, and patient information …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ottawa Heart Institute Research Corporation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Can a quick skin scan reveal hidden inflammation in arthritis?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will measure harmful molecules called AGEs in 300 people with various rheumatic diseases (like rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis) and compare them to healthy volunteers. AGEs build up over time and can cause inflammation. Researchers will use a non-invasi…
Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New blood tests aim to unlock mysteries of rare inflammatory diseases
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to better understand rare autoinflammatory diseases by developing blood tests that measure inflammation markers. Researchers will analyze blood samples from 60 adults and children with these conditions. The goal is to identify specific inflammation pathways, which…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:44 UTC