Learn more from WebMD about connective tissue disease, including Diagnosis, Types, symptoms, causes of various forms, available treatment options and Prevention.

Hilary M. DuBrock, MD: Connective tissue disease—associated pulmonary artery hypertension is associated with worse quality of life in patient-reported outcomes, as well as worse survival.

Connective tissues consist of ligaments, cartilage and tendons. A joint is held together by ligaments which give the joints their stability. Cartilage is found at the ends of bones and where ...