In around 90 percent of PsA cases, the joint symptoms only appear after the skin manifestations. Scientific studies have shown that a delayed PsA diagnosis can have unfavorable prognostic implications. Recently published consensus recommendations therefore suggest that patients with plaque psoriasis should be screened for joint involvement once or twice a year. Various screening methods can be combined.
Autoren
- Mirjam Peter, M.Sc.
Publikation
- DERMATOLOGIE PRAXIS
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