Today, we are looking into the latest clinical trials focused on scleroderma (systemic sclerosis). This series aims to offer a glimpse into upcoming innovations and research, and how the outcomes of these studies could potentially influence clinical guidelines related to scleroderma.

The following list features ongoing Phase 3 trials involving scleroderma. Please note that the dates provided are approximate and subject to change.

Quick View Table of Scleroderma Clinical Trials

Phase 3 Clinical Trials

Determine Effectiveness of Anifrolumab In SYstemic Sclerosis (DAISY)

  • Sponsor: AstraZeneca
  • Goal: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of treatment with subcutaneous anifrolumab versus placebo in adult participants with systemic sclerosis.
  • Interventions: Anifrolumab/Placebo
  • Primary Outcome Measures: Number of participants responding to treatment based on the Revised Composite Response Index in Systemic Sclerosis (CRISS-25)
  • Timeframe: 52 weeks
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A Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Belimumab in Adults With Systemic Sclerosis Associated Interstitial Lung Disease (BLISSc-ILD)

  • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline
  • Goal: This study investigates the efficacy and safety of belimumab compared to placebo, in addition to standard therapy, for the treatment of participants with systemic sclerosis associated interstitial lung disease (SSc-ILD).
  • Interventions: Belimumab/Placebo
  • Primary Outcome Measures: Absolute change from baseline in Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) millilitre (mL) at Week 52.
  • Timeframe: 52 weeks
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Potential Guidelines That May Be Affected Include:

Management of Systemic Sclerosis

  • British Society for Rheumatology
  • Latest Update: November 2024

Diagnosis and Treatment of Sclerosing Diseases of the Skin, Part 1/2: Localized Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis and Overlap Syndromes

  • European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology
  • Latest Update: March 2024

Treatment of Systemic Sclerosis

  • European League Against Rheumatism
  • Latest Update: October 2024

Treatment of Systemic Sclerosis–associated Interstitial Lung Disease: Evidence-based Recommendations

  • American Thoracic Society
  • Latest Update: May 2023

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