Implements Cutolo et al. (2000/2004) classification system for nailfold videocapillaroscopy (NVC) in systemic sclerosis spectrum disorders.
Implements Cutolo et al. (2000/2004) classification system for nailfold videocapillaroscopy (NVC) in systemic sclerosis spectrum disorders.
We present an automated pipeline for nailfold capillaroscopy (NFC) image analysis that classifies scleroderma microangiopathy into Cutolo patterns (Early/Active/Late) using quantitative capillary morphometry. The system extracts capillary density, width, giant capillary count, hemorrhages, avascular score, and ramified capillary count, then applies a trained classifier to stage microangiopathy with a continuous Microangiopathy Evolution Score (MES, 0-10).
Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is the leading cause of mortality in systemic sclerosis, dermatomyositis, and RA-ILD. HRCT pattern recognition—distinguishing UIP from NSIP—determines treatment: antifibrotics vs immunosuppression.