The Chinese University of Hong Kong Early Arthritis Study
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2011-10-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
The purpose of this study is:
1. To ascertain whether the quantitative assessment of enhancing synovial volume and
perfusion indices on serial Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) examination are useful
indicators of responsiveness to treatment in early Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) using
biologic therapy and Methotrexate (MTX) compared with Methotrexate(MTX) alone.
2. To assess the cost-effectiveness of Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) blockers compared with
Methotrexate(MTX) monotherapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis(RA).