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Comorbidities in Paediatric Psoriasis: Experience from a Tertiary Care Centre
Vibhu Mendiratta1, Amit K Meena1, Bharati Verma1
1From the Department of Dermatology and STD, Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi, Delhi, India.
Indian Journal of Dermatology
|December 15, 2023
Summary
Paediatric psoriasis is linked to significant comorbidities like abnormal body mass index (BMI) and lipid abnormalities. This study highlights the high prevalence of these conditions in children with psoriasis, emphasizing the need for further research.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Dermatology
- Metabolic Health
- Chronic Disease Management
Background:
- Paediatric psoriasis affects approximately one-third of all psoriasis cases.
- Evidence linking paediatric psoriasis to comorbidities remains inconsistent.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence of comorbidities in children with psoriasis.
- Specifically examined abnormal body mass index (BMI), metabolic syndrome, lipid abnormalities, diabetes mellitus, and elevated blood glucose.
Main Methods:
- A record-based study analyzed 100 patients under 18 years old diagnosed with psoriasis.
- Data collected from January 2017 to September 2021 from a dedicated Paediatric Psoriasis clinic.
Main Results:
- 52% of patients had abnormal BMI (overweight/obese).
- 66% exhibited at least one lipid abnormality, most commonly low high-density lipoprotein.
- 8% had elevated blood glucose, with 2 diagnosed with diabetes mellitus; 5% had metabolic syndrome.
Conclusions:
- Paediatric psoriasis is associated with a high burden of metabolic comorbidities.
- Further global research is needed to understand and manage these conditions in affected children.
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