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Gleison Vieira Duarte1, Larissa Porto da Silva2
1Universidade Federal da Bahia, Salvador, BA, Brazil.
Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia
|September 4, 2014
Summary
Researchers explored waist-to-height ratio as a marker for psoriasis severity. This measurement, alongside body mass index, helps identify central obesity and aids in managing psoriasis patients effectively.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology and Public Health
Background:
- Biomarkers for psoriasis severity and comorbidities are needed.
- Previous studies linked body mass index (BMI) to psoriasis prevalence and severity.
- Abdominal circumference showed a stronger correlation with disease severity than BMI.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) as a clinical marker for psoriasis severity.
- To assess the correlation between WHtR, BMI, and Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI).
- To determine if WHtR aids in identifying central obesity in psoriasis patients.
Main Methods:
- A study was conducted on 297 adult patients diagnosed with psoriasis.
- Measurements included waist-to-height ratio and body mass index.
- Correlation analysis was performed between WHtR, BMI, and PASI scores.
Main Results:
- Waist-to-height ratio demonstrated a significant correlation with body mass index.
- Waist-to-height ratio showed a significant correlation with Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI).
- Combined use of WHtR and BMI effectively identified central obesity, reducing underdiagnosis.
Conclusions:
- Waist-to-height ratio is a valuable clinical marker for assessing psoriasis severity.
- WHtR, in conjunction with BMI, improves the detection of central obesity in psoriasis patients.
- These anthropometric measures can aid in the clinical management of psoriasis and its associated comorbidities.
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