Identification of key macrophage-related genes in systemic sclerosis–associated interstitial lung disease based on single-cell and bulk transcriptomic data

The findings of this study highlight the key roles of ARG2, ELF3, and NKX2-1 in macrophage-related mechanisms of SSc-ILD, providing insights into potential therapeutic targets. Further research is necessary to explore their functional implications in disease progression and treatment.