Plain-English translation of NCT06739369 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
Ankylosing spondylitis is an inflammatory condition that affects the spine and joints, but it can also have effects on the heart and blood vessels. This study is investigating whether there is a connection between how stiff arteries become and other complications that people with this condition may experience in their lungs and other parts of their body.
Doctors know that people with ankylosing spondylitis sometimes develop heart and lung problems, but they want to better understand whether stiffness in the arteries is linked to these complications. Understanding these connections could help doctors identify which patients are at higher risk and provide better care.
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You would visit the research center for testing that measures how stiff your arteries are and evaluates your lung and heart function. The study involves 25 participants total, and based on the design, you would likely complete various scans and tests during your visit. The exact number of visits and timeline would be explained to you when you enroll.
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Turkey (Türkiye)
Enrollment target
~25 participants
Started
August 2025
Primary completion
January 2026
This trial's estimated completion date has passed — the record may not be fully up to date.
Age range
18 Years – 85 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in August 2025.
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Central contact
Merve Firat
Kirsehir Ahi Evran Universitesi
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