CTD-ILD Burden on Older Patients and Women
The incidence and prevalence of Connective Tissue Diseases with Interstitial Lung Disease (CTD-ILD) significantly impact adults in the US, particularly older patients and women.
According to study results presented at the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) Convergence 2025, CTD-ILD imparts a major healthcare burden on adult patients in the US, especially women and older individuals.
Researchers used data from the Optum de-identified electronic health record data set and the MarketScan Commercial and Medicare Databases to examine the occurrence of CTD-ILD in the US.
CTD-ILD is linked to reduced quality of life and premature mortality.
The study aimed to fill the knowledge gap on the incidence and prevalence of CTD-ILD, providing valuable insights into its impact on adult patients.
Author's summary: CTD-ILD significantly affects older patients and women in the US.
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