Psoriasis
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International expert group agrees on redefining psoriasis severity
“What we came up with is a very sensible approach to defining whether patients should get either topical or systemic therapy.”
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The case for anti–IL-17 agents as first-line biologics in psoriatic arthritis
“The guidelines don’t give full credit to the anti–IL-17 agents.”
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Expanded indications likely for apremilast
“My prediction is apremilast will have efficacy in children and teenagers comparable to what it has in adults.”
From the Journals
TNF inhibitor–induced psoriasis treatment algorithm maintains TNF inhibitor if possible
TNFI-induced psoriasis improved or resolved with topical medications alone in 63.5% of patients.
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Tildrakizumab for psoriasis shows durable efficacy over 5 years
Few left long-term extension study because of adverse events or loss of efficacy.
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Chronic inflammatory diseases vary widely in CHD risk
The highest coronary heart disease risks linked to inflammation are seen in SLE and systemic sclerosis, conditions that aren’t included in...
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Methotrexate users need tuberculosis tests in high-TB areas
Those taking corticosteroids or other immunosuppressants are at particularly high risk, a systematic review of literature finds.
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Topical tapinarof effective in pivotal psoriasis trials
Efficacy was comparable with potent topical corticosteroids, but without the side-effects baggage.
Clinical Review
Translating the 2019 AAD-NPF Guidelines of Care for the Management of Psoriasis in Pediatric Patients
In November 2019, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) and the National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) released their recommendations regarding...
Commentary
Biologics in Pediatric Psoriasis and Atopic Dermatitis: Revolutionizing the Treatment Landscape
Several agents are approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for pediatric psoriasis, and dupilumab is approved for pediatric atopic...
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Biologics may protect psoriasis patients against severe COVID-19
Preliminary evidence suggests biologics prevent the fearsome COVID-19 late cytokine storm.