Visfatin and insulin levels and cigarette smoking are independent risk factors for hidradenitis suppurativa: a case –control study

This study indicates that HS patients have higher SVLs, SILs, and hs-CRP levels than healthy controls—independent of BMI and smoking status. The SVL and SILs and smoking were independent risk factors for HS.
Source: Archives of Dermatological Research - Category: Dermatology Source Type: research