The anti-aging protein alpha-Klotho in systemic sclerosis patients: does a relationship to telangiectasia exist?

Objective The anti-aging protein alpha-Klotho has been reported to have an emerging role in the pathogenesis of systemic sclerosis (SSc). More studies are needed to approach this issue. This study aimed to assess the serum levels of α‑Klotho in SSc patients compared to healthy controls, and to correlate them with the disease parameters.