The Burden of Pediatric Psoriasis: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The approach to pediatric psoriasis requires special considerations, given the potential for negative consequences on overall physical and psychosocial health.

Objective

The aim of this study was to systematically review the literature to characterize the burden of pediatric psoriasis.

Methods

Papers assessing associations between pediatric psoriasis (in children <18 years old) and quality of life, physical symptoms (e.g., skin pain, itch, sleep disruption), and adverse psychological, social, and financial effects were searched with no date restrictions through July 2023. Databases searched included Ovid MEDLINE^®, CENTRAL, the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, and PsycInfo. Articles were excluded if they focused on comorbidities (including

SUBMITTER: Yang A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12436527 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature