Does Initial Progression of Systemic Sclerosis–Associated Interstitial Lung Disease Mean More Is to Come?

Does Initial Progression of Systemic Sclerosis–Associated Interstitial Lung Disease Mean More Is to Come?

In patients with systemic sclerosis–associated ILD, interstitial lung disease progression does not predict further progression at the next follow-up but is linked to an increased risk for mortality. Medscape Medical News

Does Initial Progression of SSc-ILD Mean More Is to Come?

TOPLINE: Interstitial lung disease (ILD) progression in patients with systemic sclerosis–associated ILD (SSc-ILD) did not predict subsequent progression at the next annual follow-up, with only 20% showing further progression. However, initial ILD progression was associated with an increased risk for mortality. METHODOLOGY: Researchers conducted a multicenter observational study to evaluate whether an observed progression of […] The post Does Ini…