Proceeding report of the third symposium on Hidradenitis Suppurativa advances (SHSA) 2018

Claudia J Posso-De Los Rios1, Akua Sarfo2, Mondana Ghias3

  • 1Department of Medicine, Division of Dermatology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Insights

The 3rd Annual Symposium on Hidradenitis Suppurativa Advances (SHSA) convened experts to discuss breakthroughs in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) research and patient care. Key topics included HS pathogenesis, diagnosis, and updated management guidelines for this chronic inflammatory skin condition.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology and Immunology
  • Inflammatory Skin Diseases
  • Medical Symposia and Conferences

Background:

  • Hidradenitis Suppurativa Advances (SHSA) is a premier international conference focusing on HS.
  • The 2018 symposium was a joint meeting of the Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation (HSF) and the Canadian Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation (CHSF).

Framework:

  • Cross-disciplinary discussions on pathogenesis, epidemiology, classification, and scoring systems.
  • Exploration of advanced diagnostic tools, including radiologic imaging and ultrasound.
  • Focus on evolving treatment modalities and psychologic assessment for HS patients.

Implementation:

  • Dedicated sessions addressed HS as a systemic disease and presented updated management guidelines.
  • Workshops provided practical training in wound healing and ultrasound techniques.
  • Patient-focused sessions, including the HS School program, facilitated direct engagement and education.

Implications:

  • Fostered collaboration among global experts in HS research and clinical practice.
  • Enhanced understanding and management strategies for hidradenitis suppurativa.
  • Promoted networking opportunities for early-career professionals and established researchers in the HS field.

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