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Apical pulmonary fibrosis in psoriasis.
S Bourke1, J Campbell, A F Henderson
1Department of Respiratory Medicine, Glasgow Royal Infirmary.
British Journal of Diseases of the Chest
|October 1, 1988
Summary
Apical pulmonary fibrosis is a known complication of ankylosing spondylitis. This study highlights two cases of apical pulmonary disease in patients with psoriasis, a rare but significant association.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonary Medicine
- Rheumatology
- Dermatology
Background:
- Apical pulmonary fibrosis is a recognized non-articular manifestation of ankylosing spondylitis.
- Psoriasis is commonly linked with joint and spinal conditions, but its association with pulmonary fibrosis is rare.
Observation:
- This report details two patients diagnosed with psoriasis who subsequently developed apical pulmonary disease.
- Comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for other causes of their pulmonary condition yielded negative results.
Findings:
- The two cases presented suggest a potential, albeit infrequent, link between psoriasis and apical pulmonary disease.
- Extensive investigations ruled out common etiologies for the observed pulmonary fibrosis.
Implications:
- Further research is warranted to explore the potential association between psoriasis and apical pulmonary disease.
- This finding may prompt clinicians to consider pulmonary evaluations in psoriatic patients presenting with relevant respiratory symptoms.