This protocol addresses Raynaud's phenomenon occurring in the setting of limited cutaneous systemic sclerosis (lcSSc) — a recognised vascular complication that warrants a specific, structured first-line management approach.
Current evidence supports first-line pharmacological treatment with a dihydropyridine-type calcium antagonist. The specific agent, formulation, and full clinical decision pathway are detailed in the complete protocol.
DOI: 10.1136/ard-2024-226430
Dihydropyridine-type calcium antagonists, usually oral nifedipine, should be used as first-line therapy for SSc-RP.
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