Impairment of myocardial functions and arterial stiffness in patients with lichen planus,

Conclusion: The positive correlation observed between duration of disease and arterial stiffness in patients with lichen planus suggests that these patients should be followed-up in terms of cardiovascular risk in the presence of resistant and long-term disease, particularly in case of erosive lichen planus.
Source: Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia - Category: Dermatology Source Type: research