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A Standardized Procedure of Dressing Management for Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
Published on: March 14, 2025
Management of toxic epidermal necrolysis and related syndromes
1Department of Dermatology, Macclesfield District General Hospital, Macclesfield, Cheshire, UK.
Abstract:
Toxic epidermal necrolysis and Stevens-Johnson syndrome are rare and life-threatening diseases that often configure as medical emergencies. The majority of cases are drug reactions. The clinical picture is one of widespread epidermal necrosis and mucosal erosions. Treatment is largely supportive and must be provided in an appropriate environment. The role of steroids and other potential disease-modifying therapies has yet to be fully established by controlled studies. The significant mortality associated with these conditions dictates that an understanding of these conditions is essential for all doctors.
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