Classification criteria of systemic sclerosis: Journey so far
Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a rare connective tissue disease of obscure etiology with heterogenous manifestations. In order to understand this disease and improve patient prognosis, various classification criteria have been proposed over time but as these criteria lack sensitivity and specificity, e...
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Our Dermatology Online,
2017-04-01T00:00:00Z.
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| Summary: | Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a rare connective tissue disease of obscure etiology with heterogenous manifestations. In order to understand this disease and improve patient prognosis, various classification criteria have been proposed over time but as these criteria lack sensitivity and specificity, early identification of patients is still a difficult task. The improved understanding of disease pathogenesis has led to reanalysis and updating of existing classification criteria for SSc. Researchers are emphasising on the importance of nail fold capillaroscopy and SSc related auto antibodies as significant criteria for early diagnosis of SSc. These newer classification criteria need to be extensively used and validated before they gain universal acceptance. |
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| Item Description: | 10.7241/ourd.20172.61 2081-9390 |