We are dedicated to high quality medical research in the knowledge that this is the principle way that improvements in care and in outcomes can be achieved. Children and young people who come into our service will be given the opportunity, where eligible, to take part in the following open research studies (in Norwich and/or Cambridge).
SPARKS CHARMS
A study of the immunological and genetic mechanisms of response, and psychological response to, standard disease management in juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) (juvenile arthritis, genetics and response to medication)
APTITUDE
(JIA uveitis and tocilizumab)
BCRD Biologics for Children with Rheumatic Diseases
The Extended Biologics Study. The long-term Safety and Efficacy of Biologic Therapies in Children with Rheumatic Diseases.
BSPAR ECS
British Society for Paediatric and Adolescent Rheumatology Etanercept Cohort Study. The long term safety and efficacy of Enbrel for children with JIA.
JIA WebParc
Evaluation of a website for parents of children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis.