Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis spectrum for the rheumatologist
Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis (SJS/TEN) represent a spectrum of mucocutaneous manifestations characterized by widespread epidermal and/or mucosal detachment from dermis. It occurs due to Type IV hypersensitivity leading to keratinocyte apoptosis. Many extrinsic and intrinsic de...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2019-01-01
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Series: | Indian Journal of Rheumatology |
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Online Access: | http://www.indianjrheumatol.com/article.asp?issn=0973-3698;year=2019;volume=14;issue=5;spage=67;epage=75;aulast=Parida |