Scientists launch study to unravel rare cartilage disease

NCT ID NCT04919538

First seen Jan 23, 2026 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study follows 100 people with relapsing polychondritis, a rare disease that causes repeated inflammation of cartilage in the ears, nose, and airways. Researchers will collect medical history and survey symptoms like fatigue and pain to better understand how the disease develops. No new treatments are tested; the goal is to learn more about the condition.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • University of Pennsylvania

    RECRUITING

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

    Contact Email: •••••@•••••

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