Small Intestinal Mucosal Abnormalities in Systemic Sclerosis Using Capsule Endoscopy

Evaluation Des Anomalies Muqueuses Intestinales Par vidéocapsule Endoscopique au Cours de la sclérodermie systémique : Etude Prospective, Multicentrique et Inter-régionale

The aim of this prospective study is to determine prevalence and characteristics of small intestinal mucosal abnormalities in 40 patients with systemic sclerosis, using capsule endoscopy. The investigators' findings may improve management of small intestinal involvement in patients with systemic sclerosis.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Written informed consent
• Systemic sclerosis based on the ACR diagnostic criteria

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients with other connective tissue diseases
• Pregnancy
• Absence of contraception in women
• Patients with pace maker
• Patients with intestinal pseudo-obstruction