Sclerotic Graft-Versus-Host Disease of the Torso As a Determinant of Pulmonary Function and Clinical Outcomes

Reduced parameters of pulmonary function tests (PFTs) are a hallmark manifestation of pulmonary chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD). Skin sclerosis, one of the most severe manifestations of cGVHD, could adversely impact lung volumes due to chest wall mobility restriction and complicate accurate diagnosis of lung disease.

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Source: Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation - February 1, 2024 Category: Hematology Authors: Amila Kapetanovic, Filip Pirsl, Seth M. Steinberg, Eduard Shulz, Amisha Barochia, Edward W. Cowen, Galen O Joe, Kelli A. Karacki, Jacqueline W. Mays, Alain Mina, Noa G. Holtzman, Dr. Steven Z. Pavletic Tags: 358 Source Type: research