The association of sociodemographic and disease variables with hand function: a Scleroderma Patient-centered Intervention Network cohort study

摘要

Objective. Impaired hand function in systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a primary cause of disability and contributes diminished health-related quality of life. The objective of the present study was to evaluate sociodemographic, lifestyle, and disease-related factors independently associated with hand function in SSc.