Erythema multiforme-like reaction associated with radiotherapy.
Generalized cutaneous reactions in association with radiotherapy have in the past been grouped into erythema multiforme (EM) and erythema multiforme-like reactions, the latter being reactions that do not strictly fit the accepted clinical and/or histological criteria for EM, yet have similar findings or presentations. Though usually benign and self-limiting, the progression to Stevens-Johnson syndrome, a potentially fatal form of erythema multiforme, has been reported. Presented here is a case study of a less severe radiation-induced erythema-like reaction.
Veness
M J
MJ
Department of Radiation Oncology, St Vincents Hospital, Darlinghurst, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Dwyer
P K
PK
D001943:Breast Neoplasms / Q000532:radiotherapy* / Q000601:surgery; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D004892:Erythema Multiforme / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D015411:Mastectomy, Modified Radical; D008875:Middle Aged; D011855:Radiodermatitis / Q000209:etiology*; D011879:Radiotherapy Dosage