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The management of psoriasis
1Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Nijmegen, Netherlands.
The Netherlands Journal of Medicine
|May 9, 1998
Summary
Individualized psoriasis treatment selection is crucial, considering disease manifestation and severity. This review covers topical therapies, phototherapy, and systemic options, evaluating their possibilities, limitations, and potential systemic complications.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition with various treatment options.
- Treatment selection requires careful consideration of individual patient factors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the spectrum of available psoriasis treatments.
- To discuss the possibilities, limitations, and potential systemic complications of these therapies.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of current psoriasis treatment guidelines and research.
- Analysis of topical, phototherapeutic, and systemic treatment modalities.
Main Results:
- Topical treatments include calcipotriol, dithranol, tar, and corticosteroids.
- Systemic options for refractory cases include phototherapy (UVB, PUVA), methotrexate, cyclosporin, and acitretin.
- The review will detail the efficacy and safety profiles of each treatment.
Conclusions:
- Personalized treatment selection based on psoriasis characteristics and patient factors is paramount.
- Understanding the full scope of treatment options, including potential systemic effects, is essential for effective psoriasis management.