Therapies for Psoriasis: Clinical and Economic Comparisons

J Drugs Dermatol. 2020 Nov 1;19(11):1101-1108. doi: 10.36849/JDD.2020.5510.

Abstract

Clinical and economic comparisons of therapies for plaque psoriasis are regularly updated following each new devel- opment in the field. With the recent availability of a novel accessory (Multi Micro DoseTM [MMD®] tip) for the 308nm excimer laser (XTRAC®, Strata Skin Sciences, Horsham, PA), which can determine and deliver an optimal therapeutic dose (OTDTM) of ultraviolet-B light in an improved protocol, the need for comparative health-economic assessment recurs. To this end, a comprehensive evaluation of treatment-related costs was undertaken from the payer perspective. Results show that outcomes are influenced by many factors; most importantly, the severity and extent of disease, treatment selection, and patient preference, as well as compliance, adherence, and persistence with care. Among study comparators, the 308nm excimer laser – XTRAC – with its latest MMD enhancement, is safe and delivers incremental clinical benefits with the potential for significant cost savings. These benefits are particularly relevant today in the context of SARS-CoV-2 virus and the COVid-19 pandemic. J Drugs Dermatol. 2020;19(11):1101-1108. doi:10.36849/JDD.2020.5510.

MeSH terms

  • COVID-19
  • Coronavirus Infections*
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis
  • Health Care Costs / statistics & numerical data*
  • Humans
  • Lasers, Excimer / therapeutic use
  • Pandemics*
  • Patient Compliance
  • Patient Preference
  • Pneumonia, Viral*
  • Psoriasis / economics
  • Psoriasis / pathology
  • Psoriasis / therapy*
  • Severity of Illness Index
  • Ultraviolet Therapy / economics
  • Ultraviolet Therapy / methods