Researchers of a review highlighted the often-overlooked burden of atopic dermatitis (AD) in adults, shedding light on its clinical, economic, and humanistic impact. Through a systematic literature review encompassing a wide range of studies, including clinical, economic, and humanistic parameters, the researchers aimed to quantify the comprehensive burden of AD on adults and adolescents from 2011 to 2020.

Results from the review underscore the multifaceted challenges posed by AD, with significant direct and indirect costs associated with its management. The researchers emphasize the importance of recognizing the severity-dependent nature of AD burden and highlights the need for tailored interventions to address its multifaceted impact on patients’ lives. Despite the heterogeneity of data reporting across studies posing limitations, the findings underscore the imperative for healthcare decision-makers to prioritize effective management strategies to alleviate the considerable burden of AD on impacted individuals and society as a whole.

Reference: Fasseeh AN, Elezbawy B, Korra N, et al. Burden of Atopic Dermatitis in Adults and Adolescents: a Systematic Literature Review. Dermatol Ther (Heidelb). 2022;12(12):2653-2668. doi: 10.1007/s13555-022-00819-6.