EPIDEMIOLOGICAL AND THERAPEUTIC ISSUES OF PSORIATIC DISEASE

Abstract

We conducted an epidemiological analysis of the incidence of psoriasis in the world and Ukraine and examined the reasons for its permanent spread. The data on the incidence of psoriasis in certain regions of Ukraine were analyzed, testifying to the significant prevalence of this dermatosis, despite the lack of strict registration of diseases by region. The treatment of psoriatic disease, especially its complicated forms, is currently characterized by significant difficulties and does not provide a long-term remission. Therefore, the treatment of such patients must be carried out at specialized dermatovenerological institutions, which appropriate personnel, material conditions and special medical equipment (bacteriological, biochemical laboratories, X-ray office, highly qualified doctors, PUVA-therapy installations, solariums, etc.). On the basis of the obtained data, we outlined the main tasks of the dermatovenerological branch of our country in overcoming this difficult situation. In order to carry out decisive actions to improve the work in the fight against psoriatic disease and its consequences, it is necessary to establish accounting and reporting at dermatological institutions of municipal and private structures regarding morbidity. It is necessary to create a clear plan of measures in order to detect, treat and prevent the development of complications of dermatosis as early as possible. With the participation of the Ukrainian Association of Dermatovenereologists and Cosmetologists (UALDVC), an algorithm and protocols for the treatment of patients with various clinical types and forms of the disease should be developed, taking into account the latest national and international scientific achievements. Only the joint efforts of the professional medical association of dermatologists and a significant part of the medical community (pediatricians, cardiologists, endocrinologists, immunologists) under the leadership of the National Health Service and the Ministry of Healthcare of Ukraine can overcome the problem, because the epidemiological and therapeutic issues of psoriatic disease are not exclusively dermatological problems.