Psoriasis

Annu Rev Pathol. 2012:7:385-422. doi: 10.1146/annurev-pathol-011811-132448. Epub 2011 Nov 4.

Abstract

Psoriasis is a common relapsing and remitting immune-mediated inflammatory disease that affects the skin and joints. This review focuses on current immunogenetic concepts, key cellular players, and axes of cytokines that are thought to contribute to disease pathogenesis. We highlight potential therapeutic targets and give an overview of the currently used immune-targeted therapies.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cytokines / antagonists & inhibitors
  • Cytokines / immunology
  • Humans
  • Psoriasis* / drug therapy
  • Psoriasis* / genetics
  • Psoriasis* / immunology
  • Psoriasis* / pathology
  • Skin / pathology

Substances

  • Cytokines