Observing the progression of axial spondyloarthritis in Chinese patients
Official title: The Disease Progression of Chinese Axial Spondyloarthritis in a Real-word Cohort Study
Run by China-Japan Friendship Hospital · NCT06844643 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how axial spondyloarthritis changes over time in Chinese adults to better understand the disease and its effects.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 2250 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | China-Japan Friendship Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Beijing) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | March 1, 2025 |
| Main results expected | December 1, 2030 |
| Study ends | December 1, 2030 |
| Registry record updated | April 13, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06844643 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are Chinese patients aged 18 years or older diagnosed with axial spondyloarthritis.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with serious comorbid conditions or those who are pregnant or lactating may 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 study aims to understand the disease progression of axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) in Chinese patients aged 18 and older. Participants will be followed at 4-6 month intervals, with data collected at baseline and during follow-up visits. The primary outcomes include structural damage assessed through imaging techniques and disease activity measured by established scales. Secondary outcomes will focus on inflammatory markers and functional indices related to the disease.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the progression of axial spondyloarthritis, leading to improved management strategies for patients.
How similar studies have gone: While there have been studies on axial spondyloarthritis, this specific observational approach focusing on a Chinese cohort may provide novel insights.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients aged 18 years or older * Diagnosis of axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) according to the Assessment of Spondyloarthritis International Society (ASAS) classification criteria Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of severe, unstable medical conditions that may interfere with the study assessments, including but not limited to: End-stage renal disease (eGFR \< 30 mL/min/1.73m²) Severe cardiovascular disease Active malignancy or malignancy requiring ongoing treatment * Current diagnosis of schizophrenia, other psychotic disorders, severe cognitive impairment, or epilepsy with recurrent uncontrolled seizures, which, in the opinion of the investigator, may impair the ability to provide informed consent or comply with follow-up visits. * Pregnant or lactating women
Where it's running
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China-Japan Friendship Hospital
Beijing, China Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: weiping kong
- Email: kongweiping75@126.com
- Phone: 0086-10-13611038252
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.