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What is the definition of Localized Scleroderma?
Localized scleroderma is characterized by thickening of the skin from excessive collagen deposits. Collagen is a protein normally present in our skin that provides structural support. However, when too much collagen is made, the skin becomes stiff and hard. Localized types of scleroderma are those limited to the skin and related tissues and, in some cases, the muscle below. Internal organs are not affected by Localized scleroderma, and Localized scleroderma can never progress to the systemic form of the disease. Often, localized conditions improve or go away on their own over time, but the skin changes and damage that occur when the disease is active can be permanent. For some people, Localized scleroderma is serious and disabling. There are two generally recognized types of Localized scleroderma: morphea and linear.
What are the alternative names for Localized Scleroderma?
  • Localized scleroderma
  • Localized fibrosing scleroderma
  • Scleroderma, localized
Who are the top Localized Scleroderma Local Doctors?
Pediatric Rheumatology | Pediatrics | Rheumatology
Pediatric Rheumatology | Pediatrics | Rheumatology

Children's Hospital Pediatric Associates, Inc

300 Longwood Ave, 
Boston, MA 
 60.6 mi

Fatma Dedeoglu is a Pediatric Rheumatologist and a Pediatrics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Dedeoglu and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. Her top areas of expertise are Localized Scleroderma, Osteomyelitis in Children, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Mevalonate Kinase Deficiency, and Thymectomy.

Brigham Dermatology Associates At Brigham And Womens Hospital

221 Longwood Avenue, 
Boston, MA 
 60.6 mi
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Ruth Vleugels is a Dermatologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Vleugels and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. Her top areas of expertise are Dermatomyositis, Eosinophilic Fasciitis, Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).

 
 
 
 
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Optima Dermatology LLC

1 Hampton Rd, Suite A306, 
Exeter, NH 
 15.4 mi

Molly Cowdrey is a Dermatologist in Exeter, New Hampshire. Dr. Cowdrey and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. Her top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Warts, Seborrheic Keratosis, and Contact Dermatitis.

What are the latest Localized Scleroderma Clinical Trials?
Upfront Autologous Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation Versus Immunosuppressive Medication in Early Diffuse Cutaneous Systemic Sclerosis: an International Multicentre, Open-label, Randomized Con-trolled Trial

Summary: HSCT has been implemented in (inter)national treatment guidelines for diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis (dcSSc) and is offered in clinical care and reimbursed by national health insurance in several European countries. However, data and specific guidelines on the best timing of HSCT in the course of dcSSc are lacking. In particular, it is unclear whether HSCT should be positioned as upfront the...

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The Scleroderma Registry & Repository

Summary: The overall objective of the Scleroderma Registry is to support and promote the basic science and clinical research of this complex rheumatic disease at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS). The registry facilitates our understanding of the clinical features, pathobiology, genetics of Scleroderma. This will ultimately lead to a potential treatment for this currently untreatable condition.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center