• Severe paroxysmal drug eruptions

    Paquet P , Flagothier C , Pierard-Franchimont C , Jacob E , Damas P , Heymans O , Pierard GE
    Rev Med Liege 2004, 59(5),286-292

    Abstract : Some drug reactions showing cutaneous expression exhibit a paroxysmal course. These diseases encompass the toxic epidermal necrolysis, the drug hypersensitivity syndrome, and the acute generalized exanthematic pustulosis. These syndromes are associated with dismal outcome. They represent medical emergencies needing hospitalization in specialized care units

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