Lyell syndrome in 72% of the body surface
Introduction: Lyell's syndrome is characterized by phlyctenas on more than 30% of the body surface and by involvement of the mucous membranes. It is related to the allergic reaction resulting from medications and has a high mortality. Case report: A 28-year-old woman presented phlyc...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Thieme Revinter Publicações Ltda.
2020-06-01
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Series: | Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica |
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Online Access: | http://www.rbcp.org.br/export-pdf/2754/en_v35n2a16.pdf |
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Summary: | Introduction: Lyell's syndrome is characterized by phlyctenas on more than 30% of the body surface and by involvement of the mucous membranes. It is related to the allergic reaction resulting from medications and has a high mortality.
Case report: A 28-year-old woman presented phlyctenas on 72% of the body surface after using various drugs. Despite a great extent, the patient progressed satisfactorily and was discharged without sequelae.
Conclusion: Early diagnosis, stratification, and management are essential to reduce mortality from the disease. |
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ISSN: | 1983-5175 2177-1235 |