Bullous Pemphigoid Successfully Treated with Rituximab

Bullous pemphigoid is an autoimmune disease characterized by subepidermal blister formation. Can be self-limiting but when necessary treatment includes the use of corticosteroids, immunosuppressants, and biological agents. We present the case of a 37 year old patient with a severe and refractory pre...

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Main Authors: Nuno Silva, Andreia Costa, Fernando Salvador, Elisa Serradeiro
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Ordem dos Médicos 2017-03-01
Series:Acta Médica Portuguesa
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Online Access:http://www.actamedicaportuguesa.com/revista/index.php/amp/article/view/7812