Systemic sclerosis Flashcards
1
Q
Systemic sclerosis is a condition of unknown aetiology characterised by
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hardened, sclerotic skin and other connective tissues
2
Q
Limited cutaneous systemic sclerosis
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Raynaud’s may be the first sign
scleroderma affects face and distal limbs predominately
associated with anti-centromere antibodies
3
Q
subtype of limited systemic sclerosis is CREST syndrome
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Calcinosis,
Raynaud’s phenomenon,
oEsophageal dysmotility,
Sclerodactyly,
Telangiectasia
4
Q
Diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis
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affects trunk and proximal limbs predominately
5
Q
Diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis associated with
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anti scl-70 antibodies
