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Effect of tonsillectomy on psoriasis: a systematic review
Tara D Rachakonda1, Jaskaran S Dhillon2, Aleksandra G Florek3
1Department of Internal Medicine, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
|December 3, 2014
Summary
Tonsillectomy may improve psoriasis symptoms in some patients, particularly those with recurrent tonsillitis. However, further research is needed to confirm long-term benefits and persistence of psoriasis improvement.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Otolaryngology
- Systematic Review
Background:
- Psoriasis onset is linked to streptococcal infections in some individuals.
- The efficacy of tonsillectomy in managing psoriasis symptoms requires systematic evaluation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine if tonsillectomy reduces psoriasis severity.
- A comprehensive literature search over 50 years was conducted.
Main Methods:
- Searched multiple databases (MEDLINE, CINAHL, Cochrane, EMBASE, Web of Science, OVID) from 1960 to 2013.
- Included observational studies and clinical trials on psoriasis post-tonsillectomy.
- Conducted a manual reference search.
Main Results:
- Analyzed 20 articles (53 years) involving 545 patients.
- 290 out of 410 patients who underwent tonsillectomy showed psoriasis improvement.
- Observed both sustained improvement and relapse of psoriasis after tonsillectomy.
Conclusions:
- Most studies (15/20) were case reports/series lacking control groups, indicating potential publication bias.
- Tonsillectomy might be an option for recalcitrant psoriasis linked to tonsillitis.
- Long-term follow-up studies are necessary to clarify the extent and duration of benefits.
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