Teens with Crohn's disease may have hidden bone changes, new study reveals

NCT ID NCT04508088

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study looks at bone health in teenagers recently diagnosed with Crohn's disease compared to healthy teens. Researchers use MRI and other scans to measure bone marrow fat and bone density. The goal is to understand how Crohn's disease affects bones early on, which could help improve future care.

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Locations

  • Boston Children's Hospital

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    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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