Key result
Psoriasis is linked to thicker epicardial adipose tissue, which correlates with BMI, CRP, and SBP.
Why the study?
Psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis affect the cardiovascular system, prompting investigation into the relationship between epicardial adipose tissue thickness and anthropometric, laboratory, and clinical variables.
Is epicardial adipose tissue thickness increased in patients with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis compared to healthy controls, and does it correlate with clinical and metabolic parameters?
Population
65 patients with psoriasis vulgaris (with or without PsA) and 54 healthy controls
Comparison
Psoriasis patients vs healthy controls
Design
Cross-sectional study
Authors
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Enhanced cardiovascular monitoring may be considered for psoriasis patients; extends prior evidence linking inflammation to epicardial adipose tissue but leaves open causal pathways.
Is epicardial adipose tissue thickness increased in patients with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis compared to healthy controls, and does it correlate with clinical and metabolic parameters?
Epicardial adipose tissue thickness is increased in patients with psoriasis and correlates with BMI, CRP, and systolic blood pressure, suggesting a link between systemic inflammation and cardiovascular risk markers.
Gürok et al. (2026) studied this question. Epicardial adipose tissue thickness was significantly higher in psoriasis patients (P<0.001) and positively correlated with BMI (r=0.307), CRP (r=0.344), and systolic blood pressure (r=0.185).
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