Phenotypes of patients with systemic sclerosis in the Chinese Han population: a cluster analysis

ConclusionThe results of our cluster analysis study implied that limiting SSc patient subgroups to those based only on skin involvement might not capture the full heterogeneity of the disease. Organ damage and antibody profiles should be considered when identifying homogeneous patient groups with a specific prognosis.Key Points• Provides a new method of categorizing SSc patients.• Can better explain disease progression and guide subsequent treatment.
Source: Clinical Rheumatology - Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research