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Psoriasis MeSH Descriptor Data 2024


MeSH Heading
Psoriasis
Tree Number(s)
C17.800.859.675
Unique ID
D011565
RDF Unique Identifier
http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D011565
Annotation
a papulosquamous skin dis; ARTHRITIS, PSORIATIC is also available
Scope Note
A common genetically determined, chronic, inflammatory skin disease characterized by rounded erythematous, dry, scaling patches. The lesions have a predilection for nails, scalp, genitalia, extensor surfaces, and the lumbosacral region. Accelerated epidermopoiesis is considered to be the fundamental pathologic feature in psoriasis.
Entry Term(s)
Palmoplantaris Pustulosis
Pustular Psoriasis of Palms and Soles
Pustulosis Palmaris et Plantaris
Pustulosis of Palms and Soles
NLM Classification #
WR 205
Date Established
1966/01/01
Date of Entry
1999/01/01
Revision Date
1997/06/20
Psoriasis Preferred
Pustulosis of Palms and Soles Narrower
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