Can CT scans outshine X-Rays for tracking spine fusion?
NCT ID NCT00085995
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 31 times
Summary
This study looked at whether CT scans are better than regular X-rays for measuring how the spine stiffens and fuses in people with ankylosing spondylitis. 63 adults with the condition were followed for up to 4 years with imaging and blood tests. The goal was to find a more precise way to track disease progression, which could help test future treatments.
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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