Ultrasound and Electrophysiology Study of Hand in Systemic Sclerosis Patients and Contributors of Hand Dysfunction

Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
Age18-60
SponsorAssiut University

About this trial

The goal of this research is to assess quality of life and hand function in systemic sclerosis patients via specific questionnaires, and to determine the main contributors to hand dysfunction via a thorough hand ultrasound study and electrophysiology study.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

None

Disqualifiers

Individuals with other autoimmune diseases (systemic lupus, sjogren syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis dermatomyositis, mixed connective tissue disease).

Usage of drugs that can cause peripheral neuropathy and chronic alcohol abuse history.

Presence of diabetes mellitus, thyroid dysfunction and renal failure

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Not listed

Trial groups

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Locations

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Sponsors and collaborators