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Gemma Lepri¹, Marco Di Battista², Veronica Codullo³

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Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a rare autoimmune disease. This review summarizes 2023 research on SSc pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment, highlighting ongoing challenges in managing this complex condition.

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Rheumatology
Immunology
Fibrosis Research

Background:

Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a rare, chronic connective tissue disease with unknown causes.
Key features include endothelial damage, immune system activation with autoantibodies, and fibrosis.
Current classification (limited cutaneous SSc and diffuse cutaneous SSc) doesn't fully capture disease heterogeneity.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide a comprehensive overview of Systemic sclerosis literature published in 2023.
To highlight advancements in understanding SSc pathogenesis.
To review progress in early diagnosis and novel therapeutic strategies for SSc.

Main Methods:

Literature review of studies published in 2023.
Analysis of research on SSc pathogenesis, internal organ involvement, and treatment approaches.
Synthesis of findings related to diagnostic advancements and therapeutic strategies.

Main Results:

Recent research continues to explore the complex pathogenesis of Systemic sclerosis.
Progress has been made in early diagnosis and the development of new therapeutic strategies.
Despite advancements, managing SSc remains a significant clinical challenge.

Conclusions:

Ongoing research in 2023 provides valuable insights into Systemic sclerosis.
Further investigation into pathogenesis, organ involvement, and treatment is crucial for improving patient outcomes.
The heterogeneity of SSc necessitates personalized management approaches.