To develop multidisciplinary care pathways for patients with psoriasis by defining patient profiles, associated symptoms, recommended investigations, and establishing clear referral criteria, emphasizing the importance of timely identification and referral.
Key Findings:
Five structured referral algorithms were developed for directing patients to relevant specialties, enhancing care coordination.
Comorbidities such as psoriatic arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, hepatic conditions, and psychological disorders are prevalent among psoriasis patients, necessitating integrated management.
Current guidelines lack standardized approaches for cross-disciplinary screening and referral, leading to potential delays in patient care.
Interpretation:
The study highlights the need for coordinated care in managing psoriasis and its comorbidities, emphasizing the role of dermatologists in facilitating timely referrals and improving patient outcomes through structured pathways.
Limitations:
The study may not encompass all relevant comorbidities or specialties, potentially limiting its applicability.
Implementation of the referral algorithms may vary across different healthcare settings, which could affect their effectiveness.
Conclusion:
Structured multidisciplinary pathways can enhance care coordination for psoriasis patients, reducing diagnostic delays and improving overall management of comorbid conditions, underscoring the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration.
by Anna López-Ferrer, Álvaro González-Cantero, Ana Gutiérrez-Casbas, Antonio Martorell, Antonio Olveira, María Blanca Madrid-Álvarez, Joana Nicolau, Jose Manuel Carrascosa, Ofelia Baniandrés, Raquel Rivera, Ricardo Ruiz-Villaverde, Rubén Queiro, Pablo de la Cueva
