Mechanisms of Action of Topical Corticosteroids in Psoriasis
Joint Authors
Uva, Luís
Filipe, Paulo
Cruz, Diogo
Miguel, Diana
Ferreira, João
Pinheiro, Catarina
Antunes, Joana
Source
International Journal of Endocrinology
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-16, 16 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2012-11-20
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
16
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Psoriasis is a lifelong, chronic, and immune-mediated systemic disease, which affects approximately 1–3% of the Caucasian population.
The different presentations of psoriasis require different approaches to treatment and appropriate prescriptions according to disease severity.
The use of topical therapy remains a key component of the management of almost all psoriasis patients, and while mild disease is commonly treated only with topical agents, the use of topical therapy as adjuvant therapy in moderate-to-severe disease may also be helpful.
This paper focuses on the cutaneous mechanisms of action of corticosteroids and on the currently available topical treatments, taking into account adverse effects, bioavailability, new combination treatments, and strategies to improve the safety of corticosteroids.
It is established that the treatment choice should be tailored to match the individual patient’s needs and his/her expectations, prescribing to each patient the most suitable vehicle.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Uva, Luís& Miguel, Diana& Pinheiro, Catarina& Antunes, Joana& Cruz, Diogo& Ferreira, João…[et al.]. 2012. Mechanisms of Action of Topical Corticosteroids in Psoriasis. International Journal of Endocrinology،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-16.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Uva, Luís…[et al.]. Mechanisms of Action of Topical Corticosteroids in Psoriasis. International Journal of Endocrinology No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-16.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Uva, Luís& Miguel, Diana& Pinheiro, Catarina& Antunes, Joana& Cruz, Diogo& Ferreira, João…[et al.]. Mechanisms of Action of Topical Corticosteroids in Psoriasis. International Journal of Endocrinology. 2012. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-16.
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Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-480833