Cardiovascular and metabolic risks in psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis: pragmatic clinical management based on available evidence

Johnsson, H., McInnes, I.B. and Sattar, N. (2012) Cardiovascular and metabolic risks in psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis: pragmatic clinical management based on available evidence. Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases, 71(4), pp. 480-483. (doi: 10.1136/annrheumdis-2011-200567) (PMID:22294632)

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Publisher's URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/annrheumdis-2011-200567

Abstract

Several studies suggest that patients with psoriasis and, in particular, psoriatic arthritis (PsA) are at increased risk of cardiovascular disease. These patients are also more likely to be obese and to have diabetes and fatty liver disease. This article discusses the association between psoriasis and PsA and cardiometabolic disorders, emphasising the need for better consideration of simple lifestyle interventions. It also highlights areas for future research and proposes a simple and pragmatic test portfolio to screen for cardiovascular risk and metabolic disorders in patients at higher risk.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:McInnes, Professor Iain and Johnsson, Dr Hanna and Sattar, Professor Naveed
Authors: Johnsson, H., McInnes, I.B., and Sattar, N.
College/School:College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Health
College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Infection & Immunity
Journal Name:Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases
Journal Abbr.:Ann. Rheum. Dis.
ISSN:0003-4967
ISSN (Online):1468-2060
Published Online:30 January 2012

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