Case report: idiopathic toxic epidermal necrolysis in a one-week old calf

A sporadic case of apparent toxic epidermal necrolysis in a one-week-old calf is presented. The clinical picture was characterized by full-thickness epidermal exfoliation. No underlying disease or drug administration could be detected in the affected animal, therefore, the case was classified as idiopathic. The clinical and histological findings are discussed in the light of the pertinent literature. Recovery was noted within three months.