Psoriasis drug may help hearts, study finds

NCT ID NCT04271540

First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated May 07, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study tested whether tildrakizumab, an FDA-approved psoriasis medication, can improve blood flow to the heart in people with moderate-to-severe psoriasis. 36 adults with psoriasis and heart disease risk took the drug for 6 months. Researchers used heart scans to measure changes in coronary flow reserve, a key indicator of heart health.

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Locations

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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