MRI scans could catch rheumatoid arthritis months earlier
NCT ID NCT03841279
First seen Apr 14, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This study looked at whether MRI scans can help doctors diagnose rheumatoid arthritis (RA) sooner in people with joint swelling that doesn't yet have a clear cause. 75 adults with early symptoms were followed for a year. The goal was to see if MRI findings could predict who would develop RA, allowing earlier treatment and better outcomes.
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Mayo Clinic
Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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