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Filaggrin gene defects and risk of developing allergic sensitisation and allergic disorders: systematic review and meta-analysis

BMJ 2009; 339 doi: https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.b2433 (Published 09 July 2009) Cite this as: BMJ 2009;339:b2433

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No association with psoriasis

I enjoyed this paper. However the accompanying graphic on your
website demonstrates psoriasis, not eczema (atopic dermatitis). There is
no association between FLG mutations and psoriasis

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Competing interests: No competing interests

12 July 2009
Alan D Irvine
Associate Professor of Dermatology
Trinity CoIlege Dublin