Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Registry for patients with rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and psoriatic arthritis receiving biologics

Official title: Korean College of Rheumatology Biologics and Targeted Therapy Registry

Run by Seoul National University Hospital · NCT01965132 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is collecting information from patients with rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and psoriatic arthritis who are using biologic treatments to see how these medications work in real life.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment10000 (estimated)
SponsorSeoul National University Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Seoul)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 1, 2012
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2029
Study endsJune 30, 2030
Registry record updatedApril 26, 2024
Trial IDNCT01965132 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include patients diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, or psoriatic arthritis who require treatment with biologics or targeted synthetic DMARDs.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are already on biologics or targeted synthetic DMARDs at the time of screening will not benefit from this registry.

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

What this trial studies

This registry collects data on patients with rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and psoriatic arthritis who are treated with biologics or targeted synthetic DMARDs in Korea. It is a multi-center, prospective, observational program that reflects real-world treatment practices without imposing experimental interventions. Physicians will determine treatment plans, and data will be gathered during routine clinical visits, ensuring that the registry captures the safety profiles of these therapies in everyday use.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this registry could provide valuable insights into the safety and effectiveness of biologics and targeted synthetic DMARDs for patients with rheumatic diseases.

How similar studies have gone: Other observational registries have shown success in capturing real-world data and improving understanding of treatment outcomes in similar patient populations.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients diagnosed with RA, AS or PsA
* RA deemed by their rheumatologist to require treatment with a biologic or targeted synthetic DMARDs or a conventional DMARD(s)
* AS or PsA patients who are to initiate, restart or switch to a biologic agent or a targeted synthetic DMARD
* Patients who provide a written consent of participating in this registry (data collection and review).

Exclusion Criteria:

* RA, AS, PsA patients who are already on biologics or targeted synthetic DMARDs upon screening

Where it's running

  • Seoul Metropolitan Government-Seoul National University Boramae Medical Center
    Seoul, South Korea
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Eun Yeong Lee, MD — Seoul National University Hospital
  • Study coordinator: Kichul Shin, MD
  • Email: kideb1@snu.ac.kr

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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.