title: Toxic epidermal necrolysis: a review.
abstract: This article reviews the many facets of toxic epidermal necrolysis. Emphasis is placed on the importance of early diagnosis, burn unit placement, supportive care, and avoidance of systemic steroids. Discussion also includes other therapeutic options and the pathophysiology of the disease.
authors.affiliation: College of Pharmacy, University of Florida, Gainesville 32610.
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Avakian
authors.forename: F P
authors.initials: FP
authors.lastname: Flowers
authors.forename: O E
authors.initials: OE
authors.lastname: Araujo
authors.forename: F A
authors.initials: FA
authors.lastname: Ramos-Caro
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D013262:Stevens-Johnson Syndrome / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy