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Systemic sclerosis: an update.
Bulletin of the NYU hospital for joint diseases - 1 Jan 2008
Varga John
Abstract excerpt
Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a complex and heterogeneous chronic illness characterized by substantial patient to patient variability in clinical manifestations, internal organ involvement, and outcome. Genetic factors contribute to disease susceptibility, but environmental influences also play a significant role. The pathogenesis of SSc encompasses vascular, immunological, and fibrotic processes, which contribute...
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