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Prevalence of psoriasis in patients with alcoholic liver disease
Author(s) -
Tobin A. M.,
Higgins E. M.,
Norris S.,
Kirby B.
Publication year - 2009
Publication title -
clinical and experimental dermatology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.587
H-Index - 78
eISSN - 1365-2230
pISSN - 0307-6938
DOI - 10.1111/j.1365-2230.2008.03140.x
Subject(s) - psoriasis , medicine , alcoholic liver disease , incidence (geometry) , disease , population , dermatology , liver disease , risk factor , environmental health , cirrhosis , physics , optics
Summary 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.