Ultrasound to detect hidden joint problems in IBD patients
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study uses ultrasound (a safe imaging test using sound waves) to look for hidden joint problems in people with inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis). The goal is to find early signs of joint inflammation before they cause symptoms, which may lead to better care.
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Who can take part
- You must have a diagnosis of inflammatory bowel disease, which includes Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis.
- You must not have been previously diagnosed with inflammatory arthritis or any other rheumatic (autoimmune joint) disease.
- You must not have serious or complicated health issues (like severe infections or cancer) that could make it hard to take part in the study.
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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