Subclinical Psoriatic Arthritis and Disease Interception
Author Information
Author(s): Clementina López-Medina, Dennis McGonagle, Laure Gossec
Primary Institution: University of Cordoba, Reina Sofia University Hospital, Leeds Institute of Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Medicine, Sorbonne Université
Hypothesis
Can early intervention in patients with psoriasis prevent the development of psoriatic arthritis?
Conclusion
Treating psoriasis may help prevent the onset of psoriatic arthritis, but more research is needed due to conflicting study results.
Supporting Evidence
- Psoriatic arthritis often develops in patients with skin psoriasis, making it a key area for early intervention.
- Recent studies suggest that treating psoriasis with biologic drugs may prevent the onset of psoriatic arthritis.
- Conflicting results from studies highlight the need for more research on the effectiveness of early treatment.
Takeaway
If you have skin psoriasis, treating it might stop you from getting joint pain later on, but scientists are still figuring out how well this works.
Methodology
This review discusses various studies and definitions related to the early identification and prevention of psoriatic arthritis in patients with psoriasis.
Potential Biases
Confounding by indication and protopathic bias may affect the results of retrospective studies.
Limitations
Many studies are retrospective and may have biases, making it hard to draw definitive conclusions.
Participant Demographics
Psoriatic arthritis typically develops in individuals aged 30-60, with a roughly equal distribution between men and women.
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