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Collagen Turnover Biomarkers in Systemic Sclerosis: Can We Capture the Full Fibrotic Process From the Blood?

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a chronic systemic autoimmune rheumatic disease whose pathogenesis involves the interplay of immune dysregulation, vasculopathy, and fibrosis. Fibrosis is the hallmark of SSc and affects the skin and several internal organs.

Source: The Journal of Rheumatology

DOI: 10.3899/jrheum.2026-0201

Authors: Muriel Elhai, Carina Mihai

Institutions: University of Zurich, University Hospital Zurich

Language: English

Topic: Systemic Sclerosis and Related Diseases

Subfield: Pathology and Forensic Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W7147109338