In order to better understand the vascular, immunological and fibrotic processes of SSc and to guide its treatment, the EULAR Scleroderma Trials And Research (EUSTAR) group was formed in June 2004.

• 为更好地了解本病的血管、免疫和纤维化病变及指导治疗，2004年6月成立了欧洲抗风湿联盟硬皮病试验和研究组（EUSTAR）。