GRAPPA 2019 Project Report

Area of Science:

• Rheumatology
• Dermatology
• Clinical Research

Background:

• The Group for Research and Assessment of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis (GRAPPA) convenes to advance research and understanding of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.
• Progress updates are crucial for coordinating research efforts and disseminating findings within the rheumatology and dermatology communities.

Purpose of the Study:

• To summarize key research initiatives and progress presented at the 2019 GRAPPA annual meeting.
• To provide an overview of ongoing GRAPPA activities in research, education, and treatment recommendations.

Main Methods:

• The abstract summarizes updates presented at the GRAPPA 2019 annual meeting.
• Information covers various GRAPPA working groups and collaborative projects.

Main Results:

• Significant updates were provided on research efforts, including trainee symposia and pilot grants.
• Progress was reported on the Collaborative Research Network, patient research partners, and educational initiatives like the slide collection.
• Advancements were noted in understanding disease aspects, such as the Outcome Measures in Rheumatology (OMERACT)-GRAPPA outcome measure, axial involvement, and ultrasound enthesitis projects, alongside systematic literature reviews and MRI studies.

Conclusions:

• The 2019 GRAPPA meeting showcased substantial progress across multiple research and educational fronts.
• Ongoing initiatives aim to deepen the understanding and management of psoriatic disease through collaborative research and outcome measure development.