Vascular Inflammation in Psoriasis- Apremilast Trial (VIP-A Trial)

Vascular Inflammation in Psoriasis- Apremilast Trial (VIP-A Trial)

Brief description of study

Psoriasis is a systemic (affecting the entire body) inflammatory (causing redness, swelling, and pain) disorder and not just a disorder of the skin. Evidence has shown that psoriasis is a risk factor for developing high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, high cholesterol, heart attack, and stroke. The purpose of this study is to assess the effects of aprelimast (Otezla), an FDA approved medication for the treatment of psoriasis on systemic inflammation and cardiovascular disease risk factors in people diagnosed with moderate to severe psoriasis.

Detailed description of study

This study will look for systemic vascular inflammation in study participants with a test called FDG-PET/CT (Fluorodeoxyglucose-positron emission tomography/computed tomography). The study will also look for cardiometabolic (heart disease and metabolic factors such as types of blood fats) identifiers in the blood. A blood sample will be taken that will look for these markers identifying high cholesterol, cholesterol efflux function (the ability of cholesterol to move in the body), metabolic factors, and inflammation. This study will also compare subject-reported outcomes with a questionnaire that will assess quality-of-life for people living with psoriasis.

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions:
    Psoriasis,plaque psoriasis
  • Age: Between 18 Years - 100 Years
  • Gender: All


Updated on 20 Jul 2022. Study ID: 826652

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