Publications by authors named "F Cusano"

Introduction: Tildrakizumab, a humanized monoclonal antibody targeting the p19 subunit of interleukin 23 (IL-23), has shown promise in the management of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis, offering potential improvements in clinical outcomes and quality of life.

Objectives: The study aimed to identify patient characteristics that indicate the initiation of a 200 mg dosage of tildrakizumab in a real-world setting, focusing on factors that enhance treatment effectiveness and safety.

Methods: This prospective study included 54 adult patients with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis treated with tildrakizumab 200 mg from March 2023 to March 2024 across 13 Italian Dermatology Units.

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Article Synopsis
  • A new guideline for atopic eczema was published in two parts in August and September 2022, based on the EuroGuiDerm standards, following extensive consensus conferences with experts from twelve European countries.
  • The guideline incorporates recent evidence on new systemic medications, with an update released in October 2022.
  • Italian dermatological societies adapted the original EuroGuiDerm guideline for the Italian healthcare context, adding specific notes to highlight regulations and recommendations from the Italian Ministry of Health and regional authorities.
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SIDeMaST (Società Italiana di Dermatologia Medica, Chirurgica, Estetica e delle Malattie Sessualmente Trasmesse) contributed to the development of the present guideline on the systemic treatment of chronic plaque psoriasis. With the permission of EuroGuiDerm, SIDeMaST adapted the guideline to the Italian healthcare context to supply a reliable and affordable tool to Italian physicians who take care of patients affected by atopic dermatitis. The evidence- and consensus-based guideline on atopic eczema was developed in accordance with the EuroGuiDerm Guideline and Consensus Statement Development Manual.

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