Prediction Of Dysphagia Severity And Diagnosis Of Its Possible Causes In Rheumatoid Arthritis A Cross-Sectional Study

Actively RecruitingAge: 18Years +All GendersID07401732Prediction of Dysphagia Severity and Diagnosis of Its Possible Causes in Rheumatoid Arthritis A Cross-Sectional StudyLed by Tanta University Updated on 2026-05-08137Participants Needed2Research SitesN/ATotal DurationOn this pageAI-SummaryBrief TitleWho Can ParticipateAI-ScreeningYour Study JourneyTrial Site LocationsResearch TeamHow is the study designed?Similar TrialsFrequently Asked QuestionsAI-SummaryWhat This Trial Is AboutResearchers are studying dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, in adults with rheumatoid arthritis RA. This cross-sectional study aims to identify risk factors that predict how severe dysphagia is in RA patients. It also evaluates whether a procedure called flexible fiberoptic pharyngolaryngoscopy can diagnose dysphagia caused by joint issues in RA and whether both oropharyngeal and esophageal types of dysphagia occur in these patients. The study uses flexible fiberoptic pharyngolaryngoscopy, also known as Flexible Endoscopic Evaluations of Swallowing FEES, to examine the nose, throat, and airway. This diagnostic test will score dysphagia severity and can assess multiple regions including the larynx. The study includes a single group of RA patients meeting specific classification criteria, with no comparison groups. The FEES procedure typically takes 10 to 25 minutes, with additional clinical, laboratory, and radiological tests lasting 1 to 2 days depending on circumstances. Participants will be RA patients visiting inpatient or outpatient clinics who are over 18 years old, alert, and cooperative. They will undergo the FEES exam and other assessments to measure dysphagia severity and its possible causes. Researchers will collect and analyze data on swallowing function and joint-related effects. The study monitors safety and outcomes through these evaluations. Total participation time may vary based on clinical testing needs but includes both the diagnostic procedure and supplementary tests.CONDITIONSBrief TitleDysphagia in Rheumatoid ArthritisWho Can ParticipateAge: 18Years +All GendersEligibility CriteriaYou may qualify if you...Patients with Rheumatoid arthritis defined by the American College of Rheumatology/European League Against Rheumatism collaborative initiative (ACR/EULAR) 2010 classification criteria.Patients aged above 18 years old, well-orientated, and cooperative.You will not qualify if you...Concomitant cancer diagnosis or pregnancy.Jaw-related traumas, teeth and gum diseases.Other rheumatologic conditions.Other comorbidities.Other causes of TMJ arthritis, patients with TMJ, palatal or tongue congenital abnormalities, and patients who underwent TMJ injections in the last six months.Patients with any language disorders or intellectual disabilities affecting comprehension or expression.Patients with anatomical anomalies impeding flexible nasofibroscopy.Any apparent causes of dysphagia other than rheumatoid arthritis.AI-ScreeningAI-Powered ScreeningComplete this quick 3-step screening to check your eligibility123First name *Last name *Email Address *Phone Number *+1Gender*ZIP Code *I agree to receive SMS messages from DecenTrialz regarding trial matching, appointment updates, participant updates, and related information. Message frequency varies. Message & data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel or HELP for assistance. I also agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.*Your Study JourneyScreeningDuration - 2 to 4 weeksParticipants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.Diagnostic EvaluationDuration - 1 to 2 daysParticipants undergo flexible fiberoptic pharyngolaryngoscopy (FEES) to examine the nose, throat, and airway for diagnosing possible causes of dysphagia and assess its severity.1 to 2 visits depending on clinical, laboratory, and radiological testsTrial Site LocationsTotal: 2 locations1Faculty of medicine, Tanta UniversityTanta, Elgharbia, Egypt, 31151Actively Recruiting2Rheumatology, rehabilitation, and physical medicine department Faculty of medicine, Tanta UniversityTanta, Elgharbia, Egypt, 31151Actively RecruitingLoading map...Research TeamAAliaa MA Farag, MDAAyman Fouad, MDHow is the study designed?Study TypeOBSERVATIONALMaskingN/AAllocationN/AModelN/APrimary PurposeN/ANumber of Arms1Frequently Asked QuestionsHave more questions? Get in touch with our team for quick supportNot the Right Trial for You?Explore thousands of other clinical trials that might be a better match.Sign up to get personalized trial recommendations delivered to your inbox.Already have an account? Log in hereOn this pageAI-SummaryBrief TitleWho Can ParticipateAI-ScreeningYour Study JourneyTrial Site LocationsResearch TeamHow is the study designed?Similar TrialsFrequently Asked QuestionsSponsorsTTanta UniversityLead Sponsor