Prevalence, Co-morbidities and Management of Psoriasis in Saudi Arabia: A Review

Background: Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin illness with an autoimmune pathogenic mannerisms and genetic tendency. It is regarded as erythematous plaques sheltered with silvery scales predominantly over the extensor exteriors, scalp, and lumbosacral region. The prevalence in Saudi Arabia was projected to be 5.3% (53% of psoriasis patients develop it before 30 years of age.

Aim: The main objective of this study is to summarize the current evidence regarding prevalence, types, risk factors, associated comorbidities and management of psoriasis in Saudi Arabia.

Methods: This is a systematic review was carried out, including PubMed, Google Scholar, and EBSCO that examining previous studies regarding psoriasis in KSA. Authors extracted the data, and then the author's names, year and region of publication, the study type, period of study, and the result were reported.

Results: The review included 7 studies that illustrate prevalence, types, risk factors, associated comorbidities and management of psoriasis in Saudi Arabia.

Conclusion: The incidence of psoriasis in Saudi Arabia is within previously reported figures worldwide. Family history seems to have a strong association with the occurrence of psoriasis. CVD and psychological disorders seem to be prevalent Saudi psoriatic patients. Topical medications are widely used and effective in psoriasis management in Saudi Arabia.