Understanding muscle disease in systemic sclerosis
Skeletal Myopathy in Systemic Sclerosis: Devising a Classification Schema Predictive of Outcomes
This study is looking at muscle problems in people with systemic sclerosis to help doctors better understand and treat these issues, so if you have this condition, your participation could help improve care for you and others in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10837802 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates skeletal myopathy in systemic sclerosis (SSc), a condition that can lead to increased disability and mortality. The project aims to create a classification system for SSc-associated myopathy to better understand the disease and its outcomes. By establishing a cohort of patients, the research will analyze muscle tissue and advanced MRI imaging to identify distinct subsets of myopathy and predict long-term health outcomes. This approach may help in early detection and treatment responsiveness for affected individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with systemic sclerosis who are experiencing muscle-related symptoms.
Not a fit: Patients without a diagnosis of systemic sclerosis or those not experiencing muscle-related symptoms may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved classification and management of muscle disease in patients with systemic sclerosis, potentially enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using advanced imaging techniques and classification schemas to improve understanding and treatment of muscle diseases, indicating that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Paik, Julie Jisun — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Paik, Julie Jisun
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.