Chinese Journal of Dermatology ›› 2025, Vol. 58 ›› Issue (4): 297-306.doi: 10.35541/cjd.20240714

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Expert consensus on the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric pustular psoriasis in China (2025 version)

Group on Pediatric Dermatology, China Dermatologist Association; Committee on Psoriasis, Chinese Society of Dermatology   

  1. Group on Pediatric Dermatology, China Dermatologist Association; Committee on Psoriasis, Chinese Society of Dermatology
  • Received:2024-12-25 Revised:2025-01-27 Online:2025-04-15 Published:2025-04-03
  • Contact: Xu Zigang; Wang Hua; Wang Gang E-mail:zigangxupek@163.com; huawang@hospital.cqmu.edu.cn; xjwgang@fmmu.edu.cn
  • Supported by:
    National Key Research and Development Program of China (2023YFC2508101); Beijing Hospital Management Center “Dengfeng” Talent Training Program (DFL20241201)

Abstract: 【Abstract】 Pustular psoriasis is a rare subtype of psoriasis, which belongs to the category of autoinflammatory diseases, clinically characterized by erythema and aseptic pustules that may be generalized or localized. Generalized pustular psoriasis is often accompanied by systemic symptoms and is known for its recurrent and prolonged nature. Management strategies for pediatric patients differ significantly from those for adults. Based on the latest Chinese and international consensus, guidelines, and considering the current diagnostic and treatment status in China, 13 key clinical issues related to diagnostic criteria for, clinical subtypes of, disease assessment, and therapeutic methods for pustular psoriasis in children were identified. Following discussions among the expert group, 33 evidence-based recommendations were developed to standardize the diagnosis and treatment of this disease, thereby providing guidance for clinical practice.

Key words: Psoriasis, Child, Pustular psoriasis, Diagnosis, Therapy, Consensus