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Objectives The Disease Activity index for Psoriatic Arthritis (DAPSA) was developed to assess disease activity in patients with psoriatic arthritis (PsA). A modified version, DAPSA28, uses 28 joints instead of 66/68. This study evaluated key psychometric properties of DAPSA and DAPSA28.Methods Data from 1865 patients with PsA in the European Spondyloarthritis (EuroSpA) Research Collaboration Network, having DAPSA and DAPSA28 scores at baseline and follow-up, were analysed. Tests included assessm

This cross-sectional study aimed to determine the detectability of a panel of 92 inflammatory biomarkers in tape strips from the skin of patients with inflammatory skin diseases, and whether this depended on the number of tape strips taken. Furthermore, the biomarker levels in the patients were compared with those in healthy controls. Eight consecutive uniform tape strips (each 3.8 cm²) were obtained from 2 adjacent skin sites from 8 atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, and psoriasis patients,

The nature of the relationship between psoriasis and alcohol consumption has been the topic of discussion for many years. Some studies have found that a higher intake of alcohol may be associated with a more severe manifestation of the disease. At the same time, patients with psoriasis often demonstrate elevated levels of alcohol consumption. It has not yet been fully established whether alcohol abuse serves as a trigger for psoriasis or if patients with psoriasis are simultaneously more prone t

Background The nature of the relationship between psoriasis and alcohol consumption has been the topic of discussion for many years. Some studies have found that a higher intake of alcohol may be associated with a more severe manifestation of the disease. At the same time, patients with psoriasis often demonstrate elevated levels of alcohol consumption. It has not yet been fully established whether alcohol abuse serves as a trigger for psoriasis or if patients with psoriasis are simultaneously m

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Background Psoriasis is a persistent inflammatory skin condition. Several studies have revealed that obesity significantly contributes to both the initiation and advancement of psoriasis. The metabolic score for visceral fat (METS-VF) represents an innovative measure designed to forecast visceral obesity, integrating factors such as insulin resistance metabolic score, waist-to-hip ratio (WHR), age, and gender. The present study aimed to investigate the association between METS-VF and psoriasis p

Background Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are environmental pollutants with widespread human exposure and have been associated with adverse health outcomes. However, their potential relationship with psoriasis remains insufficiently explored.Objective The aim of this study is to investigate the association between PAH exposure and psoriasis.Methods Data were obtained from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) for the periods 2005-2006, 2009-2010, and 2011-2012. W

Background Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease often accompanied by various comorbidities, but its relationship with frailty remains understudied. The Frailty Index (FI), calculated based on 49 health deficits across multiple systems (e.g., cognition, function, comorbidities, laboratory values) was used as a continuous measure.Objectives We investigated the association between psoriasis and the Frailty Index (FI), providing evidence to support the implementation of frailty screening

Background Although biologic and systemic therapies have advanced psoriasis management, real-world evidence guiding individualized treatment remains limited. In particular, the influence of body size and metabolic parameters on disease severity and treatment response is underexplored.Objective To investigate the associations of body mass index (BMI), basal metabolic rate (BMR), body surface area (BSA), and body weight with baseline psoriasis severity and therapeutic response across different tre

The correlation between psoriasis with individual cardiometabolic diseases (CMDs), including coronary heart disease (CHD), stroke, hypertension, heart failure (HF), and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), have yielded conflicting results, and genetic susceptibility's role in modifying these relationships remains unexplored. To investigate the association of psoriasis with the risk of CMDs, and to assess the modified effect of genetic susceptibility on these associations. A total of 390,165 particip

Background The correlation between psoriasis with individual cardiometabolic diseases (CMDs), including coronary heart disease (CHD), stroke, hypertension, heart failure (HF), and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), have yielded conflicting results, and genetic susceptibility's role in modifying these relationships remains unexplored.Objective To investigate the association of psoriasis with the risk of CMDs, and to assess the modified effect of genetic susceptibility on these associations.Methods

Background Psoriasis is associated with increased psychiatric comorbidity, yet patterns of mental health care use and spending remain unclear.Objective To characterize use and expenditures for outpatient mental health services and psychotropic medications among U.S. persons with psoriasis and identify sociodemographic disparities.Methods Cross-sectional analysis of 2,123 participants with psoriasis in the 2005-2022 Medical Expenditure Panel Survey. Negative binomial and two-part models examined

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Introduction Psoriasis is a chronic immune-mediated disease that significantly impacts patients clinically and psychologically. Physician-assessed severity measures, including Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI), Body Surface Area (BSA), and Physician Global Assessment (PGA), often fail to capture patient-reported outcomes, particularly when clinical improvement and perceived quality-of-life gains are misaligned.Purpose To clarify the association between clinical improvements and Dermatolog

Background Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune skin condition that significantly impacts an individual's quality of life, resulting in physical discomfort, psychological distress, and compromised social well-being. However, there is limited understanding regarding the challenges faced by patients in Malaysia. This study examines the lived experiences of patients with psoriasis in Malaysia, focusing on the emotional, social, financial, and treatment-related challenges they face, as well as the copi

Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease with well-documented psychological comorbidities, yet the mechanisms linking early life experiences to its psychosocial impact remain underexplored. This cross-sectional study examined the associations between childhood trauma, early maladaptive schemas (EMSs), and psychological distress in adults with psoriasis (n = 85), other chronic illnesses (n = 85), and healthy controls (n = 85). Participants completed validated self-report measures assessin

Background In recent years, the prevalence of uveitis among patients with psoriasis has shown a noticeable upward trend. Previous studies have investigated the immunological mechanisms underlying the potential connection between psoriasis and uveitis, but systematic studies exploring their bidirectional relationship is absent. This study aims to systematically evaluate the bidirectional association between psoriasis and uveitis to provide evidence.Methods We thoroughly searched PubMed, Embase, a

Introduction Individuals with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and plaque-type psoriasis and nail involvement have more severe disease and worse quality of life than those without. Bimekizumab is a monoclonal IgG1 antibody that selectively inhibits interleukin (IL)-17F in addition to IL-17A. Here, we assess 52-week efficacy and safety of bimekizumab in individuals with PsA who had baseline plaque-type psoriasis (≥ 3% body surface area) and nail involvement (modified Nail Psoriasis Severity Index [mNAPS

Introduction Patient demographics, disease characteristics, and treatment history can impact the efficacy of biologic treatments in patients with psoriasis. Understanding the efficacy of biologics, such as bimekizumab, across diverse patient subgroups is important for optimising treatment outcomes. Here, we assess whether high overall clinical responses observed in bimekizumab-treated patients with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis are consistent across subgroups, both versus comparators and w

Epidemiological association between psoriasis and T2DM suggests shared pathophysiology that are to be explored. Microarray expression profiles for psoriasis and T2DM were obtained from the Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) database. The "limma" package in R software was used to screen the differentially expressed genes (DEG). GO and KEGG enrichment analysis were further conducted to explore the functions of co-DEGs. By intesecting genes of the key disease-related modules from WGCNA with co-DEGs, can

Down syndrome (DS), also known as trisomy 21, is a genetic condition linked to a higher prevalence of skin disorders, including psoriasis, which affects up to 8% of individuals. DS patients with psoriasis present unique management considerations, including a theoretical increased risk of infectious complications with immunosuppressive therapies. This report includes two cases and a systematic review summarizing available evidence on psoriasis characteristics and treatment outcomes in individuals

Introduction Cardiovascular disease is a leading co-morbidity in psoriasis patients. The cutaneous benefits of biologic therapies for severe plaque psoriasis are well-established, but the impact of biologics on major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) in psoriatic patients requires further elucidation. This study aimed to investigate the impact of biologic therapies on the risk of MACE in patients with chronic plaque psoriasis.Methods We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis on 10 Ma

Psoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory skin disease occurring worldwide that significantly affects patients' quality of life. This common skin condition is characterized by abnormal hyperplasia of keratinocytes, which leads to the formation of raised, scaly plaques, typically located on the head, elbows, knees, and lumbar region. Psoriasis usually requires long-term drug therapy, which aims not only to combat skin symptoms but also to improve quality of life. Although topical treatments, systemic

Advances in the understanding of the pathophysiology of psoriasis have led to the development of biologic therapies that target key components of the immune system involved in the inflammatory cascade of psoriasis, revolutionizing the management of moderate-to-severe cases. Alongside biologics, small molecules have emerged as promising treatment options. However, despite significant progress, several challenges remain. Additionally, long-term safety data for many newer agents are still lacking,