Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 19 and up

Observational cohort for systemic lupus erythematosus in Saudi Arabia

Official title: National Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Prospective Cohort, Saudi Arabia

Run by King Saud University · NCT04604990 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to learn more about systemic lupus erythematosus in Saudi Arabia by following patients to see how the disease shows up and changes over time.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages19 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment1000 (estimated)
SponsorKing Saud University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Riyadh, Central Province)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 20, 2020
Main results expectedNovember 1, 2050
Study endsNovember 1, 2050
Registry record updatedSeptember 1, 2021
Trial IDNCT04604990 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adult patients over 18 years old who meet established classification criteria for systemic lupus erythematosus.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not fulfill the classification criteria for systemic lupus erythematosus will not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational cohort aims to define systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) in Saudi Arabia, a region with unique genetic factors due to high consanguinity. The study will follow an open cohort design to gather comprehensive data on disease presentation, progression, and outcomes. By collecting detailed immunological, molecular, genetic, and microbiome information, the study seeks to address the gaps in understanding SLE in this population, which has been primarily based on retrospective analyses. This prospective approach is expected to yield more reliable and relevant data for SLE management.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and management of systemic lupus erythematosus in Saudi Arabian patients.

How similar studies have gone: While there have been many retrospective studies on SLE, this prospective cohort approach is novel and has not been previously implemented in Saudi Arabia.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. Adult patients defined as age greater than 18 years old.
2. Patients should fulfil one of the following classification criteria for SLE (ACR, SLICC or ACR/EULAR criteria).
3. No restriction on time of diagnosis.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients who don't fulfil classification criteria mentioned above.

Where it's running

  • king Saud University medical city
    Riyadh, Central Province, Saudi Arabia
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.