Color Doppler Ultrasonography Evaluation of Abdominal and Peripheral Vasculopathy in Systemic Sclerosis Patients

Launched by ASSIUT UNIVERSITY · Jun 1, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how blood vessels are affected in patients with systemic sclerosis, a condition that can cause hardening and tightening of the skin and connective tissues. Researchers will use a special type of ultrasound called Color Doppler Ultrasonography to look at the blood flow in certain arteries in the arms and abdomen. This study aims to understand more about the vascular (blood vessel) involvement in people with systemic sclerosis.

To participate, you need to be an adult who has been diagnosed with systemic sclerosis according to specific medical guidelines. Unfortunately, if you have other autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis or dermatomyositis, you won't be eligible to join. If you decide to participate, you'll undergo ultrasound evaluations, which are painless and non-invasive, allowing researchers to gather important information about how your condition affects your blood vessels. The study is currently recruiting participants, and everyone, regardless of gender, is welcome to apply.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Adult systemic sclerosis patients fulfilling the criteria for the diagnosis by American College of Rheumatology /European league against rheumatism 2013 classification criteria for systemic sclerosis, who accept to participate in the current study.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Individuals with other autoimmune diseases (rheumatoid arthritis, dermatomyositis, mixed connective tissue disease).
• • those who Refuse to participate in the current study.