Psoriatic arthritis Flashcards
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What is psoriatic arthritis?
A
Part of the group of spondyloarthropathies, chronic inflammatory joint disease associate with psoriasis, associated with the HLA-B27 gene
2
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What is the presentation of psoriatic arthritis?
A
Joint pain and stiffness, dactylitis, history of psoriasis
3
Q
What are the investigations for psoriatic arthritis?
A
CRP often raised, central joint erosions on USS or MRI , pencil in cup appearance on x-ray
4
Q
What is the management for psoriatic arthritis?
A
NSAIDs, DMARDs, anti-TNF, IL-17 inhibitors, IL-12/13 inhibitors
5
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What are the extra-articular manifestations of psoriatic arthritis?
A
Uveitis, conjunctivitis, IBD, arrhythmias, urethritis, prostatitis
