Long-term Successful Adalimumab Therapy in Severe Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Abstract

Six patients (mean [SD] age, 39.3 [12.9] years) with severe HS (mean [SD] duration, 22.5 [11.7] years) were treated with adalimumab. Significant improvements after 1 month of treatment were seen in the Dermatology Life Quality Index; in the number of affected regions, nodules, and fistulas; and in the basic laboratory findings. Improvements were maintained for a mean (SD) follow-up of 21.5 (7.1) (range, 13-29) months. Adalimumab was well tolerated. Conclusion Adalimumab appears to be an effective and safe treatment for refractory HS.