Anti-citrullinated peptides antibodies in systemic sclerosis: meta-analysis of frequency and meaning
Conclusions The prevalence of ACPA in scleroderma is 9.2%. Our meta-analysis shows an increased risk for erosive arthritis, pulmonary fibrosis, oesophagus involvement and diffuse skin involvement, in patients with ACPA-positive SSc. ACPA should be systematically included in SSc assessment.
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