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Scleroderma is characterized by and gets its name from the (almost) universal feature of skin thickening. Skin manifestations of scleroderma can be dramatic and impressive. However, because it is a relatively uncommon disease, these manifestations can be overlooked or misinterpreted by physicians and patients alike. The purpose of this book is to provide clinicians, physicians in training, and other medical professionals with a practical guide to the identification of the most common features of this condition.
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Mayes, M.D. (2014). Brief Overview of Scleroderma: Localized Scleroderma and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). In: Mayes, M. (eds) A Visual Guide to Scleroderma and Approach to Treatment. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4939-0980-3_1
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