Paradoxical Effects of Depression on Psoriatic Arthritis Outcomes in a Combined Psoriasis-Psoriatic Arthritis Center.

ABSTRACT:

Backgroud

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic, inflammatory arthritis that, when left untreated, can lead to erosions, deformities and decrease in quality of life. PsA is known to be associated with multiple comorbidities, including cardiovascular, metabolic and mental health syndromes, all of which can increase its overall morbidity and mortality.

Objective

To characterize a cohort of patients with PsA and understand the impact of depression on PsA outcome measures.

Methods

527 consecutive patients with PsA were enrolled in an observational, longitudinal registry that followed them prospectively at standard of care visits. Demographics, medical history, medication use, and clinical exam were all recorded.

Results

Depression was reported in 22.8% of the popu

SUBMITTER: Haberman RH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10768813 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature