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Hidden inflammation uncovered: ultrasound could spot joint issues in IBD patients before symptoms appear

NCT ID NCT07205549

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Assiut University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study will use musculoskeletal ultrasound to look for hidden joint, muscle, and tendon inflammation in 81 people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) who have no known arthritis. The goal is to see how common these hidden problems are and to develop a standard ultrasound checklist for IBD patients. This is an observational study, not a treatment trial.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Musculoskeletal ultrasound (imaging test)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a standard ultrasound protocol to catch hidden joint inflammation early in IBD patients, potentially preventing long-term damage.
What could go wrong
This is an early observational study with only 81 participants, so results may not apply to all IBD patients. Ultrasound findings may not always lead to better outcomes.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

About 81 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Oct 2025

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Dec 2025

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

The study population will consist of patients 18 years old or older confirmed diagnosis with IBD attending gastroenterology or IBD specialty clinics. Participants may be either symptomatic or asymptomatic for musculoskeletal complaints, allowing for the detection of both clinical and subclinical inflammatory findings.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Inclusion Criteria: * patients diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis) * Patients without a definite diagnosis of inflammatory arthritis, to focus on subclinical musculoskeletal involvement. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with a prior clinical diagnosis of inflammatory arthritis or other rheumatologic diseases. * Patients with complicated or severe comorbidities that may interfere with musculoskeletal evaluation or study participation (e.g., severe infections, malignancies).

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Crohn disease inflammatory bowel disease ulcerative colitis

As listed by the trial registrant

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IBD (inflammatory bowel disease) Musculoskeletal ultrasound

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