Gene hunt for spine arthritis severity launched

NCT ID NCT00056719

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study looks at how genes may influence the severity of ankylosing spondylitis, a type of arthritis that affects the spine and can cause stiffness. About 299 adults with the condition will be followed for up to 5 years with physical exams, blood tests, and X-rays. The goal is to find genetic markers linked to worse disease, not to test a treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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