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Cutaneous findings and treatments in deficiency of interleukin-36 receptor antagonist (DITRA): A review of the literature

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EXPERIMENTAL DERMATOLOGY
Volume -, Issue -, Pages -

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WILEY
DOI: 10.1111/exd.14934

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autoinflammation; cutaneous; deficiency of interleukin-36 receptor antagonist (DITRA); generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP); IL36RN

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Deficiency of the interleukin-36 receptor antagonist (DITRA) is a rare autoinflammatory disorder caused by mutations in the IL36RN gene, resulting in an overactive immune system and chronic inflammation. Recognition and management of DITRA are crucial, and early identification of cutaneous signs is important for timely treatment. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the manifestations and treatments of DITRA.
Deficiency of the interleukin-36 receptor antagonist (DITRA) is a rare autoinflammatory disorder caused by mutations in the IL36RN gene. This mutation leads to a lack of functional interleukin-36 receptor antagonists (IL-36Ra), which results in an overactive immune system and chronic inflammation. Despite its rarity, numerous case series and individual reports in the literature emphasize the importance of recognizing and managing DITRA. Early identification of the cutaneous signs of DITRA is crucial for accurate diagnosis and timely administration of appropriate treatment. This review article provides a comprehensive overview of the current understanding of the cutaneous, non-cutaneous and histopathological manifestations of DITRA, with a focus on reported treatments. The disease typically presents in early childhood, although the age of onset can vary. Patients with DITRA exhibit recurrent episodes of skin inflammation, often with a pustular or pustular psoriasis-like appearance. Additionally, non-cutaneous manifestations are common, with recurrent fevers and elevated acute-phase reactants being the most prevalent. The exact prevalence of DITRA is unknown. Some cases of loss-of-function mutations in the IL36RN gene, considered a hallmark for diagnosis, have been identified in patients with familial generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP). Biological therapies with inhibition of IL-12/23 and IL-17 are promising treatment options; paediatric patients with DITRA have shown complete response with mild relapses. New and emerging biologic therapeutics targeting the IL-36 pathway are also of interest in the management of this rare autoinflammatory disorder.

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