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Table 1. Overview of approved and investigational biologics for the treatment of pediatric PsO.
Table 2. Summary of data from pediatric PsO clinical trials.
Table 3. Other considerations for biologics in pediatric patients with PsO.
Table 4. Resources for patients and providers for accessing biologic treatment in pediatric PsO.
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