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Hidden calcium clues in scleroderma hands and feet

NCT ID NCT03340194

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This completed study involved 214 people with systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) to find out how often calcium deposits form in the hands and feet. Researchers used X-rays to detect these deposits and checked if they were linked to damage in organs like the lungs or heart. The goal is to better understand this complication and its connection to overall disease severity.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If successful, this study could clarify how often calcium deposits occur in scleroderma and whether they signal more severe organ involvement, guiding future monitoring.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to all patients with scleroderma.

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Study facts

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Participants

214 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Nov 2017

Finished

Apr 2021

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Systemic sclerosis patient in the national reference center for scleroderma (Lille, France)

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Systemic sclerosis presenting ACR-EULAR 2013 criteria * Given their consent * Titulary of health insurance Exclusion Criteria: * Dermatomyositis overlap * Pregnant or breastfeeding women * Imprisoned person * Refuse of consent

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Calcinosis Cutis systemic sclerosis

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Systemic sclerosis

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hôpital Claude Huriez, CHU

    Lille, France

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