Publications by authors named "Samantha Branton"
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- The study focuses on juvenile-onset localized scleroderma and aims to raise awareness about its often-overlooked symptoms and the importance of timely treatment.
- The research involved 341 patients, primarily female and Caucasian, showing that many experience additional symptoms outside of skin manifestations, particularly in musculoskeletal and neurological areas.
- Results indicate that early diagnosis and systemic therapy lead to significant improvements in patients' conditions, emphasizing the need for healthcare providers to recognize and treat this disease earlier.
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- - The study aimed to assess pediatric specialists' views on using autologous stem cell transplantation (ASCT) for juvenile-onset systemic sclerosis (jSSc), a serious condition with no prior formal research on this topic.
- - An electronic survey was distributed to rheumatology specialists, with 69% responding; all had considered ASCT for jSSc patients, primarily recommending it for rapidly progressive disease and severe symptoms.
- - The findings suggest that while there is awareness and consideration of ASCT among pediatric rheumatologists, there is variability in referral practices, highlighting the need for more research to develop standardized guidelines.