Gut bacteria may reveal arthritis risk in Crohn's patients

NCT ID NCT03983473

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares the gut microbiome—bacteria, fungi, and viruses—in people with Crohn's disease, with or without arthritis, and healthy controls. Researchers aim to find microbial biomarkers linked to arthritis in Crohn's patients. No treatment is given; it is purely observational.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help identify gut microbiome patterns linked to arthritis in Crohn's patients, potentially guiding future diagnostic tools.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not find clear biomarkers, and results may not lead to immediate clinical changes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Crohn disease Spondylarthritis spondyloarthropathy

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Central Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Nancy, Lorraine, 54500, France

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  • Saint Antoine Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Paris, 75012, France

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