Cell Transplantation, 2017 Mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) have received attention as an ideal source of regenerative cells because of their multipotent differentiation potential. Adipose tissue is an attractive source of MSCs.
Chiara Capelli +11 more
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Brazilian Journal of Nephrology, 2018 Scleroderma is an autoimmune disease that affects multiple systems. While pathophysiologic mechanisms governing the development of scleroderma are relatively poorly understood, advances in our understanding of the complement system are clarifying the ...
Roman Zuckerman +3 more
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Elevated serum levels of macrophage migration inhibitory factor and stem cell growth factor β in patients with idiopathic and systemic sclerosis associated pulmonary arterial hypertension. [PDF]
, 2015 Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) can be idiopathic or secondary to autoimmune diseases, and it represents one of the most threatening complications of systemic sclerosis (SSc).
Alessandri, Cristiano +9 more
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PLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, EarlyView.The preservation and revitalization of mycocultural heritage, developed over centuries of human‐mushroom interaction, contributes to safeguarding both natural ecosystems and the promotion of sustainable rural development, one of the biggest global challenges currently faced by humankind.
Elisette Ramírez‐Carbajal +8 more
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Improvement of mouth functional disability in systemic sclerosis patients over one year in a trial of fat transplantation versus adipose-derived stromal cells [PDF]
, 2016 Background. Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a multisystem disease characterized by cutaneous and visceral fibrosis. Face and mouth changes include telangiectasia, sicca syndrome, and thinning and reduction of mouth width (microcheilia) and opening ...
CARELLA, SARA +5 more
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Cardiac disease in systemic sclerosis: Integrating pathobiology with clinical management
Rheumatology &Autoimmunity, EarlyView.Abstract Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a complex autoimmune disorder in which cardiovascular involvement remains a major determinant of morbidity and mortality. Cardiac injury in SSc results from the interplay of microvascular dysfunction, immune‐mediated inflammation, and progressive interstitial and replacement fibrosis, leading to myocardial disease ...
Henry Sutanto, Betty Rachma, Yuliasih
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Medical geography and its contribution to the aetiology of rare systemic connective tissue diseases : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Geography at Massey University [PDF]
, 1975 This thesis is in two interrelated parts. Part One traced the historical development of medical geography since the idea of applying a geographical perspective to medical problems was first mooted in 4 B.C.
Borman, Graham Barry
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Blocking CD248 molecules in perivascular stromal cells of patients with systemic sclerosis strongly inhibits their differentiation toward myofibroblasts and proliferation: A new potential target for antifibrotic therapy [PDF]
, 2018 Background: Fibrosis may be considered the hallmark of systemic sclerosis (SSc), the end stage triggered by different pathological events. Transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β) and platelet-derived growth factor BB (PDGF-BB) are profibrotic molecules ...
Berardicurti O. +11 more
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Circumscribed Morphea Successfully Treated With Excimer Laser: Analysis of Histopathological Changes
The Journal of Dermatology, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Localized scleroderma (LSc) is an autoimmune condition characterized by localized cutaneous sclerosis, sometimes extending into deeper tissues. Phototherapy, including excimer laser therapy (ELT), is considered an effective and minimally invasive treatment option for patients without extracutaneous involvement.
Takuya Takahashi +5 more
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