Elevated C-Reactive Protein and Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate Correlates with Depression in Psoriasis: A Chinese Cross-Sectional Study.

Minjia TanYan LuoJingjin HuKun HuXingyu LiJing YangJunchen ChenWu ZhuYehong Kuang

Published in: Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology (2023)

A substantial prevalence of anxiety and depression symptoms was observed in Chinese psoriasis subjects, and the odds were much higher in psoriasis patients relative to HCs. The elevated CRP and ESR level was significantly associated with depression in psoriasis patients. Besides, the discrimination capability of CPR and ESR on depression further indicates the extra value of inflammatory biomarkers in the management of psoriasis patients.

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end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
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chronic kidney disease
prognostic factors
peritoneal dialysis
sleep quality
oxidative stress
physical activity