Scientists from The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University found a possible causal link between psoriasis and heart disease.
They examined the potential causal link between psoriasis and heart disease.
Genetic instruments from the genome-wide association study of European descent for psoriasis were used to examine the association with heart disease.
The researchers found that genetic susceptibility to psoriasis was linked to an increased risk for heart failure, atrial fibrillation, heart attack, valvular heart disease, and large artery stroke.
But no associations were seen for the other two subtypes of ischemic stroke (cardioembolic stroke and small vessel stroke).
Weak evidence of horizontal diversity and heterogeneity was seen in a sensitivity analysis ensuring the stability of the results.
This study provides evidence for a potential causal association between psoriasis and heart disease.
The team says that combined with evidence from previous studies, early heart disease risk assessment, and prevention in patients with psoriasis are very important.
Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes a rash with itchy, scaly patches, most commonly on the knees, elbows, trunk, and scalp.
Psoriasis is a common, long-term (chronic) disease with no cure. It can be painful, interfere with sleep, and make it hard to concentrate.
Psoriasis is thought to be an immune system problem. Triggers include infections, stress, and cold.
Treatment aims to remove scales and stop skin cells from growing so quickly. Topical ointments, light therapy, and medication can offer relief.
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The research was published in Frontiers in Immunology and conducted by Ning Gao et al.
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