A Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Belimumab in Adults With Systemic Sclerosis Associated Interstitial Lung Disease

Summary

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). The study will evaluate the effect of belimumab treatment on lung function as well as on extra-pulmonary disease manifestations, including skin thickening and general symptoms, such as fatigue, that impact quality of life (QoL).

Timeline

Start

2023-09-13

Primary completion

2029-05-17

Completion

2029-07-12

Publications

• Lescoat A, Lecureur V, Gudjonsson JE, Khanna D. Systemic sclerosis: pathogenic mechanisms and their implications for treatment. Semin Immunopathol. 2025 Nov 11;47(1):39. doi: 10.1007/s00281-025-01065-6.

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