Larisa Alexandra Mateescu

Dr. Larisa Alexandra Mateescu


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Academic Career Length

3Years (2024-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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18 December 2024 in Cancers
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LMLarisa Alexandra Mateescu
Larisa Alexandra Mateescu
ASAlexandra Petruta Savu
Alexandra Petruta Savu
CMCostina-Cristiana Mutu
Costina-Cristiana Mutu
CVCezara-Diana Vaida
Cezara-Diana Vaida
ESElena Daniela Serban
Elena Daniela Serban
MCMaria Magdalena Constantin
Maria Magdalena Constantin
The association between psoriasis and increased cancer risk is gaining recognition as studies reveal shared inflammatory and immune pathways. This review examines the relationship between psoriasis and neoplasia, focusing on cancer risk factors in psoriasis patients, the biological pathways underlying this connection, and the impact of various psoriasis treatments on cancer development. Psoriasis patients have a heightened incidence of certain cancers, such as lymphomas, skin cancers, and urological malignancies, potentially linked to immune dysregulation and chronic inflammation. Immunomodulatory treatments for psoriasis, including conventional systemic therapies and biologics, present varied cancer risks, with others, such as phototherapy, associated with an elevated risk of skin cancers. For oncologic patients with psoriasis, management necessitates a tailored approach, balancing effective psoriasis control with minimizing cancer progression risks. The emergence of IL-17 inhibitors, IL-23 inhibitors, and small-molecule therapies offers promising therapeutic alternatives with favorable safety profiles for these patients. This review underscores the need for interdisciplinary collaboration to optimize care for patients managing both psoriasis and malignancy.