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The usefulness of nailfold capillaroscopy in “scleroderma-spectrum” disorders
Nailfold capillaroscopy is a non-invasive method for visualising the nailfold capillaries under a stereomicroscope or videocapillaroscope. The examination is used for differential diagnosis of Raynaud`s phenomenon and microcirculation disorders in ...
Ewa Wielosz
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A CASE OF RAYNAUD'S DISEASE [PDF]
It is estimated that there is about one case of Raynaud's disease among every thousand patients sick from all causes. The disease is, therefore, somewhat rare, and the following case is especially interesting because of its unusual severity, both with respect to the gangrene and the accompanying nervous symptoms. Patient. —E. J.
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PLASMAPHERESIS IN RAYNAUD'S DISEASE [PDF]
Understanding of the pathogenesis, clinical course, and treatment of Raynaud's disease is confused and unsatisfactory, and no success in treatment can be promised. Five patients with severe Raynaud's disease, who had not responded to other forms of treatment, were treated by plasmapheresis, which produced a striking improvement.
L. T. Cotton+7 more
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Objective Little is known on the mechanisms necessary to maintain the physiologic adult human skin integrity. This study aims to quantitatively describe anatomic changes in systemic sclerosis (SSc)–skin compared with controls and investigate the underlying mechanisms.
Sara Chenguiti Fakhouri+18 more
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Granulomatous fasciitis followed by morphea profunda: Is granulomatous fasciitis part of a spectrum of deep morphea? A case report and review of the literature. [PDF]
Although eosinophilic fasciitis is known to be part of the deep morphea spectrum, this first report of the coexistence of granulomatous fasciitis and morphea profunda suggests that granulomatous fasciitis may also be a part of the spectrum of deep ...
Christensen, Angie+5 more
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In a series of five cases of spastic paraplegia in which lumbar sympathetic neurectomy was performed for the relief of muscular spasticity, blood flow and skin temperature determinations, before and after operation, were carried out. Calorimetric studies
A. W. Adson, George E. Brown
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Objective Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a rare but severe autoimmune disease characterized by immune dysregulation, fibrosis, and vasculopathy. Although previous studies have highlighted the presence of functional autoantibodies targeting the angiotensin II receptor type 1 (AT1) and endothelin‐1 type A receptor (ETAR), leading to autoantibody‐mediated ...
Wieke M. van Oostveen+8 more
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Self-Hypnosis and Volitional Control of Finger Temperature Among Adults [PDF]
Raynaud\u27s disease is a condition in which circulation to the hands becomes restricted, causing an uncomfortable sense of cold and occasionally injury. The cause of Raynaud\u27s disease is unknown.
Swope, Joseph
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Pulmonary vasospasm in systemic sclerosis: noninvasive techniques for detection [PDF]
In a subgroup of patients with systemic sclerosis (SSc), vasospasm affecting the pulmonary circulation may contribute to worsening respiratory symptoms, including dyspnea.
Giannarou, S+8 more
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