Elderly arthritis study reveals hidden health risks
NCT ID NCT02686320
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study aimed to understand how age influences serious health issues like infections, cancer, heart disease, and bone fractures in people with rheumatoid arthritis. Researchers compared patients over 65 with younger adults (18-50) who had the same disease. The study was stopped early, but its goal was to gather data to improve care for older arthritis patients.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Cochin hospital
Paris, Paris, 75014, France
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