Experimental drug targets hardened skin in rare autoimmune disease

NCT ID NCT05214794

Summary

This study tested whether a drug called nemolizumab could help people with systemic sclerosis, a rare disease that causes skin thickening and can affect internal organs. Six patients with moderate to severe skin symptoms received the drug for up to a year. Researchers measured changes in skin thickness, lung function, and daily activity ability to see if the treatment was effective and safe.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The University of Tokyo Hospital

    Tokyo, Japan

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