Publications by authors named "Tzong-Yun Ger"
Severe allergic reactions following SARS-COV-2 vaccination are generally rare, but the reactions are increasingly reported. Some patients may develop prolonged urticarial reactions following SARS-COV-2 vaccination. Herein, we investigated the risk factors and immune mechanisms for patients with SARS-COV-2 vaccines-induced immediate allergy and chronic urticaria (CU).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAssociation of Psoriasis With Hearing Loss: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
J Cutan Med Surg
November 2023
Background: The relation between psoriasis and hearing loss has been unclear.
Objective: To investigate the association of psoriasis with hearing loss.
Methods: We searched MEDLINE and Embase on 12th November 2022 for studies on the association between psoriasis and hearing loss.
Article Synopsis
- - The study investigates the potential link between alopecia areata (AA) and sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL), as both conditions may share immune-mediated mechanisms.
- - A systematic review of existing research showed that AA patients have worse hearing thresholds, especially at high frequencies, compared to healthy individuals.
- - The findings suggest a significant association between AA and increased risk of SNHL, leading to recommendations for otologic evaluations in AA patients experiencing hearing issues.
The link between psoriasis and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has not been confirmed. We aimed to investigate the relationship between psoriasis and OSA. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of case-control, cross-sectional, and cohort studies on the association between psoriasis and OSA.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Little is known about the treatment outcomes of secukinumab in clinical practice, which differ from those in clinical trials. The effectiveness of biologics may differ in psoriasis patients with previous biologics exposure. The objective of this study was to investigate the real-world effectiveness and safety of secukinumab therapy and analyze subgroups stratified by reimbursement or prior biologic failure.
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