[The treatment of psoriasis: basic principles and new options]

Rev Med Brux. 2007 Sep;28(4):336-44.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Psoriasis is a frequent chronic disease with a typical cutaneous expression described as erythemato-squamous lesions, and sometimes, joint involvement. This disorder rarely causes death in patients, but often alters their quality of life. A better understanding of the pathophysiology of psoriasis has led to the development of new therapeutic options among which are treatments targeted on blocking T-cell activation. Thanks to these therapies we can offer the patients long lasting remission, albeit not a curative approach. The therapeutic approach towards psoriasis will be selected in a multidisciplinary spirit, and after considering the patient himself, his disease and his lifestyle.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Antibodies, Monoclonal / therapeutic use
  • Etanercept
  • Gout / physiopathology
  • Humans
  • Immunoglobulin G / therapeutic use
  • Infliximab
  • Lymphocyte Activation / drug effects
  • Lymphocytes / physiology
  • Psoriasis / classification
  • Psoriasis / drug therapy*
  • Psoriasis / immunology
  • Psoriasis / physiopathology
  • Receptors, Tumor Necrosis Factor / therapeutic use
  • Surveys and Questionnaires
  • T-Lymphocytes / immunology

Substances

  • Antibodies, Monoclonal
  • Immunoglobulin G
  • Receptors, Tumor Necrosis Factor
  • Infliximab
  • Etanercept