Lung Disease in Early Rheumatoid Arthritis Study
Early Rheumatoid Arthritis Lung Disease Study
Recruiting
Observational Study
Rheumatoid Arthritis
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 19 – 90
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 125 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of Nebraska · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for people with rheumatoid arthritis who are between 19 and 90 years old. Participants will undergo tests to check their lung health and complete some questionnaires.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am between 19 and 90 years old.
- I can give my consent to participate.
- I have been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis in the past 2 years.
You may not be able to join if
- I have inflammatory arthritis that is not rheumatoid arthritis.
- I am pregnant.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
Extra-articular (outside of joints) disease occurs in approximately 50% of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients, with the lung being a common site of involvement. The goals of this study are to investigate and characterize lung disease and its prevalence in early RA participants. This will be done through pulmonary function and high resolution chest computed tomography (CT), questionnaires, and seru…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* 19-90 years of age
* Able to give informed consent
* Diagnosis of RA by a Rheumatologist using 2010 American College of Rheumatology (ACR) criteria within the past 2 years
Exclusion Criteria:
* Inflammatory arthritis that does not meet 2010 American College of Rheumatology (…
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