Prevalence of psoriasis in patients with alcoholic liver disease.

Authors
Tobin, A M
Higgins, E M
Norris, S
Kirby, B
Affiliation
Department of Dermatology, Adelaide and Meath Hospital Incorporating the National, Children's Hospital, Tallaght, Dublin, Ireland.
Issue Date
2012-02-01T10:49:32Z
MeSH
Adult
Aged
Aged, 80 and over
Alcohol Drinking/adverse effects
Female
Humans
Liver Diseases, Alcoholic/*epidemiology
Male
Middle Aged
Prevalence

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Citation
Clin Exp Dermatol. 2009 Aug;34(6):698-701. Epub 2009 Apr 27.
Journal
Clinical and experimental dermatology
URI
http://hdl.handle.net/10147/207900
DOI
10.1111/j.1365-2230.2008.03140.x
PubMed ID
19438541
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Excessive alcohol use has been implicated as a risk factor in the development of psoriasis, particularly in men. Despite this, little is known of the incidence or prevalence of psoriasis in patients who misuse alcohol. OBJECTIVE: To assess the prevalence of psoriasis in patients with alcoholic liver disease. METHODS: In total, 100 patients with proven alcoholic liver disease were surveyed for a history of psoriasis and a full skin examination was performed if relevant. RESULTS: Of the 100 patients, 15 reported a history of psoriasis and another 8 had evidence of current activity, suggesting a prevalence (past or present) of 15% in this group of patients. CONCLUSION: It would appear that the prevalence of psoriasis in patients who misuse alcohol is much higher than the 1-3% variously quoted in the general population.
Language
eng
ISSN
1365-2230 (Electronic)
0307-6938 (Linking)
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