systemic sclerosis Flashcards
1
Q
A
2
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aetiology of systemic sclerosis
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females
peak incidence 30-50 yrs
genetic predisposition and environmental trigger
3
Q
pathophysiology of systemic sclerosis
A
etiological agent and environmental trigger
endothelial cell and vascular changes
chronic inflammation
vasculopathy and tissue fibrosis -> skin involvement, organ damage
