Martina Orlandi, Amelia Spinella, Marco De Pinto, Gilda Sandri, Giorgio De Santis, Dilia Giuggioli
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Systemic sclerosis is a progressive fibrotic autoimmune disease which mainly affects young women causing fibrosis of the skin and internal organs. In systemic sclerosis patients, facial and hand alterations are significant as these may have an impact on body image. In fact, systemic sclerosis could cause disfigurement of the most visible parts of the body, hindering self-confidence and quality of life. Therefore, the assessment of body image in systemic sclerosis is crucial in order to optimize a tailored care of the patient. In the near future, the creation of a pathway involving dedicated specialists (psychologists, physiotherapists, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons) should become an integral part of the disease management.