Psoriasis

Quality statements

Statement 1 People with psoriasis are offered an assessment of disease severity at diagnosis and when response to treatment is assessed.

Statement 2 People with psoriasis are offered an assessment of the impact of the disease on physical, psychological and social wellbeing at diagnosis and when response to treatment is assessed.

Statement 3 People with psoriasis are referred for assessment by a dermatology specialist if indicated.

Statement 4 Adults with severe psoriasis are offered a cardiovascular risk assessment at diagnosis and at least once every 5 years.

Statement 5 People with psoriasis having treatment are offered an annual assessment for psoriatic arthritis.

Statement 6 People with psoriasis receiving systemic therapy are monitored in accordance with locally agreed protocols.