This clinical study aims to evaluate and compare changes in bone mineral density (BMD) and bone metabolism markers in patients with moderate-to-severe psoriasis treated with either Secukinumab or Adalimumab. Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disease that may increase the risk of osteoporosis. While biological therapies have shown efficacy in controlling skin lesions, their long-term effects on bone health remain unclear. By assessing lumbar spine and hip BMD and relevant biomarkers over time, this study seeks to clarify the bone-protective or bone-affecting effects of these two commonly used biologic agents. The results may help optimize treatment strategies for psoriatic patients at risk of osteopenia or osteoporosis.
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Change in Bone Mineral Density
Timeframe: Baseline, 6 months, and 12 months