Justin Ko
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Induction and exacerbation of psoriasis with TNF-blockade therapy: a review and analysis of 127 cases.
J Dermatolog Treat. 2009; (2): 100-8
There are reports of rare adverse effects of tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitors, including infections, malignancies, and induction of autoimmune conditions. Intriguing, are cases of induction or exacerbation of psoriasis in conjunction with TNF inhibitor therapy, given that they are approved for treatment of the same condition. Objective: Published cases of psoriasis occurring during anti-TNF therapy were analyzed, including overviews of proposed etiologies and treatment recommendations.
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