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The definition of Diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis (dcSSc)

One of the major subsets of SSc, defined by the presence of skin thickening that is proximal to, as well as distal, the elbows and knees and with or without facial or truncal effects.

Please refer to What is PAH-SSc  where this term is mentioned.

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