Treating Psoriasis: What Is New About Fumaric Acid Esters?

July 2018 in “ European Medical Journal ”

Amanda Pedder

TLDR Fumaric acid esters, especially dimethylfumarate, improve psoriasis treatment.

The document discussed the advancements in the systemic treatment of psoriasis, particularly focusing on fumaric acid esters (FAE) and the introduction of dimethylfumarate (DMF) monotherapy. It highlighted how these developments improved the understanding of psoriasis and its treatment. The session also covered the complexities of treatment selection, the importance of meeting patient expectations, and the future role of biomarkers and personalized medicine in treatment decisions.

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