Serious infections in people with systemic sclerosis: a national US study.

Published in: Arthritis research & therapy (2020)

Outcomes in people with SSc hospitalized with serious infections have improved over time, except higher hospital charges. Identification of factors associated with higher healthcare utilization and in-hospital mortality allows for developing interventions to improve outcomes.

Keyphrases

systemic sclerosis
healthcare
interstitial lung disease
physical activity
type diabetes
quality improvement
emergency department
rheumatoid arthritis
insulin resistance
acute care
adverse drug
skeletal muscle
glycemic control
weight loss