Publications by authors named "Andre Aparicio Martins"
J Dermatolog Treat
December 2024
Article Synopsis
- - The study focused on Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (GPP), a rare and serious skin condition, examining its course, treatment approaches, and how often patients used healthcare services in Portugal from 2002 to 2023.
- - It assessed 59 adult patients, revealing that most had a history of another psoriasis type and faced significant health issues, with 64% requiring hospitalization and many experiencing severe symptoms such as fever and high white blood cell counts.
- - Despite treatment, 98% of patients had at least one flare-up, and only a small number showed improvement by the study's end, indicating a need for better understanding and new treatment options to alleviate the disease's impact.
