Body composition parameters in systemic sclerosis-a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Mislav Radić1,2, Ela Kolak3, Hana Đogaš4

  • 1Internal Medicine Department, Rheumatology, Allergology and Clinical Immunology Division, University Hospital of Split, Split, Croatia.

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Summary

This study found that patients with systemic sclerosis (SSc) have significantly lower body composition, including lean mass and fat mass, compared to healthy individuals. Regular nutritional assessment is crucial for improving the quality of life for SSc patients.