Rheumatic disorder

Researchers are testing an experimental oral drug called enpatoran in adults with dermatomyositis and polymyositis, two rare muscle-weakening diseases. Participants receive enpatoran or a placebo twice daily for up to 24 weeks while continuing their standard care. The trial measu…

This early-phase trial is testing a new treatment called KYV-101 for people with systemic sclerosis, a disease where the immune system attacks the body, causing skin and organ damage. The therapy uses a patient's own modified immune cells to target and destroy certain B cells tha…

This early-phase trial is testing a personalized cell therapy called KYV-101 for people with lupus nephritis that hasn't responded to standard treatments. The therapy uses a patient's own immune cells, modified to target and destroy faulty B cells that drive the disease. Only 2 p…

This study tested an experimental drug called PF-06823859 for adults with lupus that affects the skin. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce skin inflammation and improve symptoms. The trial was stopped early and only enrolled 8 people instead of the planned 48, so results…

This trial is testing whether an experimental biologic called MK-6194 can reduce disease activity in adults with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), an autoimmune condition that causes inflammation and organ damage. Participants receive either MK-6194 or a placebo as an injection…

This study follows about 300 people who receive a hip replacement using the GTS cementless stem, a type of implant that anchors to bone without cement. The goal is to see how well the implant performs over up to 10 years, measuring pain, function, and joint stability. Participant…

This early-stage trial tested whether adding an experimental drug called VIB4920 to standard TNF-inhibitor therapy could improve disease control in people with rheumatoid arthritis. Only 2 participants were enrolled before the study was terminated, so no meaningful conclusions ca…

This study is testing the drug filgotinib in children aged 8 to 17 with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), a condition causing joint pain and swelling. The goal is to see how the drug moves through the body and if it is safe. Ten children with moderate to severe JIA that is not…

This study followed 65 adults with ankle arthritis (from wear-and-tear, injury, or conditions like rheumatoid arthritis) who received the Cadence Total Ankle System implant. Researchers tracked how long the implant lasted without needing removal or revision, checking at 2, 5, and…

This study tested an experimental drug called LY3541860 in 35 adults with moderate-to-severe rheumatoid arthritis who had not improved enough on other treatments. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce joint swelling and pain. However, the trial was terminated early, so the…

This early study tested a new cell therapy called LUCAR-G79 in just 3 adults with severe autoimmune diseases that did not respond to standard treatments. The therapy uses specially engineered immune cells to target and potentially calm the overactive immune system. The main goals…

This study tests whether an additional dose of a COVID-19 vaccine can improve immune protection in adults and children with autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and others who are taking immunosuppressive medications. Participants who had a we…

This study looked at a shoulder implant used to treat pain and joint problems from conditions like arthritis, fractures, and rotator cuff tears. It involved 67 adults who received the implant and tracked how long it lasted and any side effects over 10 years. The goal was to confi…

This phase 2 study tested an experimental oral drug called BGB-45035 in 49 adults with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis who had not responded well to standard treatments. Participants received either the drug or a placebo to see if it could reduce joint pain and swelling. …

This study tested an experimental drug called GS-0272 in adults with rheumatoid arthritis to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. The trial was stopped early, so results are limited. About 55 people were planned to take part, receiving either the drug or a placebo.

This study tested an experimental drug called daxdilimab in 72 adults with moderate-to-severe discoid lupus erythematosus, a skin condition that causes scarring and hair loss. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce disease activity compared to a placebo. However, the trial …

This study tested a drug called TPN-101 (censavudine) in people with Aicardi-Goutières syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that causes severe brain inflammation. The trial enrolled only 4 participants and aimed to see if the drug could reduce immune system overactivity and check fo…

This study tested a drug called PRV-3279 to see if it could prevent lupus flares in people with active systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The trial included 28 adults with moderate to severe lupus who had improved after steroid treatment. The study was terminated early, so resul…

This study tested a drug called spesolimab in 5 adults with moderate to severe pyoderma gangrenosum, a rare autoimmune disease that causes painful skin ulcers. The goal was to see if the drug could help heal the ulcers and to understand how the body's immune system responds. The …

This study tested a combination pill called IHL-675A, which contains cannabidiol (CBD) and hydroxychloroquine, in people with rheumatoid arthritis. The goal was to see if it safely reduces pain and improves daily function. The trial planned to enroll 128 volunteers but was termin…

This trial tested an experimental drug called HZN-825 in about 300 people with diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis, a rare autoimmune disease that causes skin thickening and can damage the lungs. Participants took either a low dose, a high dose, or a placebo daily for 52 weeks. …

This study looked at the TITAN Reverse Shoulder System, a device used to replace the shoulder joint in people with severe arthritis and a torn rotator cuff. The goal was to see if it relieves pain and improves movement. About 151 people were planned to take part, but the study wa…

This study tested an experimental oral drug called edecesertib (GS-5718) in 20 people with cutaneous lupus erythematosus, a condition where lupus affects the skin. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce skin disease activity and improve symptoms. However, the trial was term…

This study tested the drug vixarelimab against a placebo in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) or systemic sclerosis-associated interstitial lung disease (SSc-ILD). The goal was to see if it could preserve lung function over 52 weeks. The trial was terminated early, …

This early-phase trial tested a single infusion of IMPT-514, a personalized CAR T cell therapy, in 3 adults with severe lupus, vasculitis, or inflammatory myopathy that did not respond to standard treatments. The goal was to check safety and see if the therapy could reset the imm…

This study tested the drug riociguat in people with early pulmonary vascular disease, a condition where blood vessels in the lungs narrow, making the heart work harder. The trial included 35 adults with connective tissue disease or an inherited form. Participants received either …

This study tested a weekly injection called telitacicept against a placebo in 91 people with moderate-to-severe lupus. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce disease activity and allow lower steroid doses. However, the trial was terminated early, so we have less information…

This trial tested the drug HZN-825 in 174 people with diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis, a rare autoimmune disease that can scar the lungs. Participants took the drug twice daily for 52 weeks to see if it helped maintain lung function and to check for side effects. The study w…

This study tested a medicine called Hizentra (IgPro20) in 134 adults with dermatomyositis, a rare disease causing muscle weakness and skin rashes. The goal was to see if weekly shots under the skin could improve symptoms better than a placebo. The study was stopped early, but res…

This study tested a drug called zetomipzomib for people with active lupus nephritis, a kidney disease caused by lupus. The goal was to see if the drug could improve kidney function better than a placebo over 52 weeks. The trial was terminated early, so results are limited. Partic…

This study tested peresolimab, an experimental drug, in 491 adults with moderately-to-severely active rheumatoid arthritis who had not responded well to other treatments. The goal was to see if peresolimab could reduce joint pain and swelling better than a placebo. However, the s…

This study tested whether the drug maraviroc could reduce inflammation in the lungs of people with active sarcoidosis. Participants took the drug for 6 weeks and had two lung exams (bronchoscopy) to measure immune cells before and after treatment. Only 3 people enrolled, and the …

This study looked at whether a smart injection device (Smartclic) helps rheumatoid arthritis patients take their etanercept medication as prescribed. Researchers tracked 60 patients in Colombia for 40 weeks, measuring how often they used the device and how their symptoms changed.…

This study tested a drug called vilobelimab for people with pyoderma gangrenosum, a rare condition causing painful skin ulcers. The trial aimed to see if the drug could completely close the ulcers compared to a placebo. It included 54 adults and was stopped early, so the results …

This study tested a treatment for pyoderma gangrenosum, a rare skin condition that causes painful, hard-to-heal ulcers. Researchers used a special wound covering made from donated placenta tissue (EpiFix) followed by skin grafts. The study was stopped early after only 5 people en…

This study looked at how well the P.F.C. Sigma knee replacement implant works in people with severe knee arthritis. Researchers planned to follow 723 patients for at least 5 years after surgery, tracking pain, function, and any complications. However, the study was terminated ear…

This study tested whether using a smartphone app and a hand grip device could help people with rheumatoid arthritis manage their condition with fewer in-person doctor visits. About 94 adults with active rheumatoid arthritis were randomly assigned to use the app or continue standa…

This study tested namilumab, an experimental drug, in 107 people with chronic pulmonary sarcoidosis, a condition causing lung inflammation. The trial was randomized and placebo-controlled, but it was terminated early. The goal was to see if namilumab could reduce the need for res…

This phase 2 trial tested the drugs mycophenolate mofetil (CellCept) alone or with voclosporin in 12 people with lupus. The goal was to see if these treatments work better in certain patient groups. However, the study was terminated early, so the results are very limited.

This Phase II study tested a radioactive tracer called 68GaNOTA-Anti-MMR-VHH2 to see if it can light up certain immune cells (macrophages) on PET scans. The trial included 29 people with head and neck cancer, lymphoma, atherosclerosis, or sarcoidosis. The goal was to see if the t…

This early-phase study tested a new radioactive imaging drug called 11C-MC1 to see if it can help detect inflammation in people with rheumatoid arthritis or idiopathic inflammatory myopathy, as well as in healthy volunteers. Participants received PET/CT scans after an injection o…

This trial tests whether using a sonic toothbrush and a water flosser improves gum health better than a standard manual toothbrush in people with systemic sclerosis, a rare disease that often affects the mouth. About 20 adults with the condition will be randomly assigned to one o…

This study compared two pain medications—Ultracet (tramadol/acetaminophen) and Voltaren (diclofenac)—in people with ankylosing spondylitis who were already taking disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs). The goal was to see which one worked better for pain relief over 8 w…

This study tested whether Acthar gel could improve symptoms and lung function in people with sarcoidosis, a disease that causes inflammation in the lungs. Researchers also checked if a blood marker called CXCL9 could predict how well the treatment works. Only 2 people joined befo…

This early-stage study tested the safety of an experimental drug called Allocetra, injected directly into the joint, for people with psoriatic arthritis. Only 5 participants were enrolled. The main goal was to check for side effects, with some initial data on pain relief. The stu…

This study tested whether a special laser could improve scars and skin hardening from scleroderma. Only 6 people took part, and the study was stopped early. Researchers measured scar changes using a standard scale, but the small size and early termination mean we cannot draw firm…

This study tested whether a small device that sends mild electrical pulses to the vagus nerve (through the ear) can reduce pain and inflammation in children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis. The trial planned to enroll children ages 5 to 18, but was terminated early after only …

This study tested a program where people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) were paired with a trained peer supporter for up to 6 months. The goal was to see if sharing experiences and support could improve daily function, medication adherence, and symptoms like pain and fatigue. The…

This study looked at how two common pain relievers—celecoxib (a Coxib) and naproxen (an NSAID)—affect blood clotting in people with rheumatoid arthritis who also have heart disease or are at high risk for it. All participants took low-dose aspirin daily. The goal was to see if on…

This study looked for new markers in blood and joint fluid to help doctors tell the difference between septic arthritis (a joint infection) and juvenile idiopathic arthritis (an inflammatory condition) in children. Researchers planned to analyze samples from 100 children under 15…

This study aimed to see if a tiny camera on a thin tube (bronchoscopy) could help doctors diagnose diffuse lung diseases without needing a surgical lung biopsy. The camera takes live microscopic images of the air sacs. The study was stopped early, but it involved 38 adults with c…

This study used a special microscope on the tip of a thin tube (bronchoscope) to look at the smallest blood vessels in the lungs of people with scleroderma or emphysema. The goal was to see how these vessels change in each disease. Only 9 patients were enrolled before the study w…

This study aimed to compare the gut bacteria of children newly diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis, type 1 diabetes, or inflammatory bowel disease with those of their healthy siblings. Researchers wanted to see if differences in gut microbes and diet could explain why so…

This study looked at how immunosuppressive medications used for rheumatoid arthritis and spondyloarthritis affect the body's ability to fight COVID-19. Researchers measured viral load and immune responses in 150 patients and their infected family members. The goal was to understa…

This study aimed to understand how the COVID-19 vaccine impacts the immune system in people with lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease. Researchers planned to enroll lupus patients to measure their immune response to the vaccine and see if lupus disease activity or treatments affec…

This study looked at a specific hip implant shell (the Pinnacle Acetabular Shell) used in total hip replacement. Researchers wanted to see how much the implant moved (migrated) over two years using a special X-ray technique called RSA. They also tracked how patients felt and func…

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 stoppe…

This study looked at how JAK-STAT inhibitors, a type of drug used for rheumatoid arthritis, affect certain immune cells called regulatory B cells. Researchers analyzed blood samples from 27 patients to see if these drugs could boost anti-inflammatory functions. The study was term…

This pilot study analyzed special immune cells called regulatory T cells (Tregs) in the joint fluid of 19 people with rheumatoid arthritis during a flare-up. Researchers compared these cells to Tregs in the blood to understand how they behave in inflamed joints. No treatment was …

This study looked at whether a condition called intermetatarsal bursitis (inflammation between foot bones) causes pain in people with rheumatoid arthritis. Researchers used MRI and ultrasound to examine the feet of 3 participants and tested steroid injections. The study was termi…

This study looked at whether people with both rheumatoid arthritis and type 2 diabetes have a harder time controlling their diabetes than those with osteoarthritis and diabetes. Researchers planned to follow 176 adults to see how quickly they needed new diabetes treatments. Howev…

This study looked at how well the COVID-19 vaccine triggers an immune response in people with autoimmune or inflammatory diseases who take immunosuppressants or biologics. Researchers took blood samples before vaccination and at several points after to measure antibodies and T-ce…

This study aimed to see if measuring the amount of mycophenolic acid in the blood could help doctors adjust the dose of mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) to better treat skin and lung problems in people with systemic sclerosis. Only 2 patients were enrolled before the study was termina…