Stevens-Johnson syndrome.
The clinical manifestations, including variations, of the Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) are reviewed. Lesions of the skin, eye, and mucous membranes are described and discussed. The potential complications and therapeutic approaches are outlined. Finally, the review discusses the controversy over the use of systemic corticosteroids in this syndrome.
D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D064420:Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions; D006801:Humans; D013262:Stevens-Johnson Syndrome / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000209:etiology / Q000473:pathology / Q000628:therapy
D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones