Overview
Oligoarticular psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a subtype of psoriatic arthritis characterized by the involvement of four or fewer joints. It is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the joints and can also involve the skin (psoriasis).Diagnosis
Diagnosis is based on clinical presentation, including joint involvement and skin psoriasis 1.
Imaging studies may be used to assess joint inflammation and damage.Management
Treatment aims to control inflammation, relieve pain, and prevent joint damage.
Biologic therapies are indicated for moderate to severe psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis 1.
Selection of initial and subsequent therapies should be based on established criteria 1.Key Recommendations
Biologic therapy is indicated for patients with moderate to severe psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis 1. (Evidence: Expert opinion)
Treatment goals and criteria for the indication of biologic therapy should be defined 1. (Evidence: Expert opinion)
A systematic approach to the selection of initial and subsequent therapies for psoriatic arthritis is recommended 1. (Evidence: Expert opinion)References
1 Carrascosa JM, Puig L, Belinchón Romero I, Salgado-Boquete L, Del Alcázar E, Andrés Lencina JJ et al.. Practical update of the Recommendations Published by the Psoriasis Group of the Spanish Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (GPS) on the Treatment of Psoriasis with Biologic Therapy. Part 1. Concepts and General Management of Psoriasis with Biologic Therapy. Actas dermo-sifiliograficas 2022. link