Detecting lung disease in rheumatoid arthritis with ultrasound
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Immune system & allergy, Lungs & breathing, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests if a lung ultrasound can detect early signs of lung disease in people with rheumatoid arthritis. It may help you if you have certain risk factors, like being male, older, or a smoker.
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Who can take part
- You are an adult (18 or older) being treated for rheumatoid arthritis at CHU of Tours.
- You have or will have a chest CT scan and lung function test within 6 months.
- You have at least two of these risk factors: male, over 60, smoker (20 pack-years), high RF/anti-CCP levels, or high RA disease activity.
- You do not have other lung diseases (like cancer, scarring, or infection) or had chest radiation or lung surgery.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and are not under legal guardianship.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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