Nail Psoriasis: Treatment Options and Management Strategies in Special Patient Populations

Nail involvement is common in psoriasis and is considered a risk factor for and a predictor of the development of psoriatic arthritis. The treatment of nail psoriasis is challenging because of the unique anatomical structure of nails and the absence of standardized treatment protocols. Herein, we pr...

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Published in:International journal of dermatology and venereology 2022-03, Vol.5 (1), p.32-39
Main Authors: Zhou, Xu-Yue, Zhang, Jia-An, Chen, Kun
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Nail involvement is common in psoriasis and is considered a risk factor for and a predictor of the development of psoriatic arthritis. The treatment of nail psoriasis is challenging because of the unique anatomical structure of nails and the absence of standardized treatment protocols. Herein, we provide an up-to-date overview of the treatment options for nail psoriasis, including topical drugs and penetration enhancement strategies, traditional and novel oral drugs, and biologic agents. In addition, we highlight the available individualized management strategies in special patient populations such as pediatric patients, geriatric patients, women of childbearing age, and patients with concomitant onychomycosis or psoriatic arthritis.
ISSN:2096-5540
2641-8746
DOI:10.1097/JD9.0000000000000187