Mina Amin, Erica B. Lee, Tsen-Fang Tsai, Jashin J. Wu
DOI: 10.2340/00015555-3387

Psoriasis is associated with multiple co-morbid medical conditions. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the relationships between psoriasis and cardiovascular disease, psoriatic arthritis, mental health conditions, and immune-mediated diseases, respectively. A literature search was performed during the study period January 1, 2015 to December 18, 2018. Of 2,499 records identified, 28 met our criteria selection and were included in this review. The relationships between psoriasis and these multiple comorbid disease conditions are discussed and are important to consider when developing the treatment plan and overall management of patients with psoriasis. Early recognition and treatment of comorbid disease conditions is important to help improve the quality of life for these patients.

Psoriasis is associated with many different medical conditions. In this study, the relationships between psoriasis and cardiovascular disease, psoriatic arthritis, mental health conditions, and immune-mediated diseases, respectively, are assessed. A literature search was performed during the study period January 1, 2015 to December 18, 2018. Based on these findings, the relationships between psoriasis and these multiple comorbid disease conditions are identified and discussed. The treatment of comorbid conditions can promote an enhanced quality of life for patients with psoriasis. Therefore, the recognition and treatment of comorbid medical conditions is important to consider when taking care of patients with psoriasis.