Psoriatic Arthritis

Häftad, Engelska, 2008

Av Dafna D. Gladman, Vinod Chandran, Canada) Gladman, Dafna D. (Professor of Medicine, University of Toronto, Senior Scientist, Toronto Western Research Institute, Director, Psoriatic Arthritis Program, University Health Network, Toronto, Canada) Chandran, Vinod (Clinical Research Fellow, Psoriatic Arthritis Program, Toronto Western Hospital, University Health Network, Toronto

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Psoriatic arthritis is an inflammatory arthritis associated with psoriasis. It is characterised by swelling and inflammation in and around the joints as well as inflammation of the skin. While there is currently no cure for psoriatic arthritis, several new treatments are emerging that offer new hope to patients. In this guide for patients, the authors draw on their experience from one of the largest clinics in the world that is dedicated to understanding and managing patients with psoriatic arthritis, and highlight what is know about the causes and clinical features, along with the emotional impact that this condition has on peoples lives and how to manage it.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2008-10-30
Mått130 x 196 x 9 mm
Vikt188 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
SerieThe Facts
Antal sidor168
FörlagOUP OXFORD
ISBN9780199231225
UtmärkelserEndorsed by the Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Alliance

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1. What is psoriatic arthritis? ; 2. The relationship between psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis ; 3. Psoriatic arthritis and other spondyloarthritides ; 4. What causes psoriatic arthritis ; 5. Clinical features of psoriatic arthritis ; 6. Radiologic features of psoriatic arthritis ; 7. How is the diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis made? ; 8. Functional and emotional impact ; 9. Non-drug therapy ; 10. Drug therapy ; 11. Surgery in psoriatic arthritis ; 12. A team approach ; 13. Lessons from the University of Toronto Psoriatic Arthritis clinic ; 14. International collaboration ; 15. Current outlook for patients with psoriatic arthritis