Hand function study in scleroderma patients
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This study uses ultrasound and nerve tests to understand hand problems in people with scleroderma (systemic sclerosis). It aims to find what causes hand dysfunction.
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Who can take part
- You must be an adult (over 18) with scleroderma (systemic sclerosis) diagnosed by standard criteria.
- You cannot have other autoimmune diseases like lupus, Sjögren's, rheumatoid arthritis, dermatomyositis, or mixed connective tissue disease.
- You cannot take medications that cause nerve damage or have a history of chronic alcohol abuse.
- You cannot have diabetes, thyroid problems, or kidney failure.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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