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ArticleDermatology practical & conceptual2025

Evaluation of Nasal Mucociliary Activity in Patients with Psoriasis Vulgaris.

Mehmet Akif Dündar, Selami Aykut Temiz, İsmail Hakkı Tunçez, Elif Emre, Sadettin Emre, Recep Dursun

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Mehmet Akif DündarNecmettin Erbakan University Medical Faculty, Department of Ear Nose Throat.
Selami Aykut TemizNecmettin Erbakan University Medical Faculty, Department of Dermatology.
İsmail Hakkı TunçezKonya Provincial Health Directorate, Department of Public Health.
Elif EmreFırat University Medical Faculty, Department of Anatomy.
Sadettin EmreFırat University Medical Faculty, Department of Ear Nose Throat.
Recep DursunNecmettin Erbakan University Medical Faculty, Department of Dermatology.

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introductionPsoriasis, a chronic inflammatory dermatological condition, is marked by recurring periods of activity and quiescence. This persistent inflammation contributes to a range of associated health issues. The respiratory system relies on nasal mucociliary clearance as a fundamental defense mechanism. Mucociliary transport dysfunction is frequently observed in chronic inflammatory states.

objectiveWe aimed to determine the relationship between psoriasis and concomitant clinical conditions and nasal mucociliary clearance time (NMCT).

methodWe conducted a study to evaluate NMCTin 34 individuals diagnosed with psoriasis and a control group of 35 healthy individuals.

resultsOur results revealed a statistically significant prolongation of NMCT in the psoriasis group (11.26 ± 2 minutes) compared to the control group (9.2 ± 1.85 minutes, P<0.001). Moreover, a positive correlation was identified between NMCT and both the duration of psoriasis and the Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI). This suggests that impaired nasal mucociliary clearance in individuals with psoriasis, especially those with more severe disease, may elevate their vulnerability to infections of the sinuses and nasal passages.

conclusionThis highlights the need to consider strategies for enhancing mucociliary function in this patient population.

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