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[Psoriasis].

G M Pinto1, M M Gonçalo, C Resende

  • 1Serviço de Dermatologia, Hospital Curry Cabral, Lisboa.

Acta Medica Portuguesa
|July 31, 2001
PubMed
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This guideline summarizes psoriasis management, emphasizing patient education on triggers and beneficial sunlight exposure. It details topical, UV, and systemic therapies, recommending combination approaches for optimal clinical outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Immunology
  • Pharmacology

Context:

  • Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition with significant impact on patient quality of life.
  • Current management strategies require a comprehensive understanding of disease mechanisms and therapeutic options.

Purpose:

  • To provide an evidence-based summary of psoriasis pathogenesis, clinical presentation, and treatment.
  • To guide clinicians in optimizing psoriasis management through effective therapeutic strategies.

Summary:

  • Highlights the importance of patient education regarding psoriasis triggers (drugs, trauma, alcohol, infection, stress) and beneficial factors (sunlight).
  • Details topical treatments (emollients, keratolytics, coal tar, anthralin, corticosteroids, calcipotriol) for plaque psoriasis control.

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  • Recommends UV therapy (phototherapy, photochemotherapy) for refractory cases and systemic agents (retinoids, methotrexate, cyclosporine) for severe or specific psoriasis types.
  • Advocates for combination and rotational therapies to minimize risks and enhance efficacy.

    • Impact:

    • Aims to improve clinical decision-making in psoriasis management.
    • Facilitates better patient outcomes through optimized and individualized treatment plans.
    • Supports the scientific validation of available psoriasis therapies for healthcare professionals.