Assessing the effectiveness of Rinvoq for ankylosing spondylitis in Japan

A Study to Evaluate Safety and Effectiveness of RINVOQ in Adult Participants With Ankylosing Spondylitis in the Real-World Japan (SELECT AXIS RW)

Observational AbbVie · NCT05609643

This study is testing how well Rinvoq works for adults with ankylosing spondylitis in Japan over a year of regular treatment.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment100 (estimated)
SexAll
SponsorAbbVie Industry-sponsored
Drugs / interventionsupadacitinib
Locations58 sites (Kasugashi, Aichi and 57 other locations)
Trial IDNCT05609643 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study evaluates the real-world effectiveness of Rinvoq in treating adult patients with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) in Japan. Approximately 100 participants who have been prescribed Rinvoq will be enrolled and followed for up to 52 weeks. The study aims to assess changes in disease activity and any adverse events associated with the treatment, based on routine clinical practice without imposing additional burdens on participants. Regular visits will be conducted at participating hospitals or clinics as per standard care.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis who are starting treatment with Rinvoq.

Not a fit: Patients who have previously been treated with JAK inhibitors or those for whom Rinvoq is contraindicated may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the real-world effectiveness of Rinvoq for managing ankylosing spondylitis.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with similar treatments for ankylosing spondylitis, indicating a potential for success in this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Participant with clinical diagnosis of ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and meeting the modified New York Criteria for AS.
* Participant who is administered the first dose of Rinvoq for AS.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Participant with prior treatment by JAK inhibitors.
* Participant currently participating in another clinical study except non-interventional study.
* Participant for whom upadacitinib is contraindicated.
* Participants who are not registered within 14 days after initiation of Rinvoq treatment for AS.

Where this trial is running

Kasugashi, Aichi and 57 other locations

+8 more sites — see ClinicalTrials.gov for the full list.

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Ankylosing SpondylitisRINVOQ
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.