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Lyell syndrome in 72% of the body surface

Authors :
José Augusto Pupio Reis
Rita De Cássia Neves Noronha
Carlos Cunha Oliveira
Rogério De Oliveira Ribeiro
Source :
Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica, Vol 35, Iss 02, Pp 240-242 (2020)
Publication Year :
2020
Publisher :
Sociedade Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica, 2020.

Abstract

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.

Details

Language :
English, Portuguese
ISSN :
19835175 and 21771235
Volume :
35
Issue :
02
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.34b7c36bafbf40ccae9ad4e39d0ef430
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.5935/2177-1235.2020RBCP0039