title: Erythema multiforme: a review and contrast from Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis.
abstract: Erythema multiforme and Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis are separate diseases. Recent evidence suggests that they have different etiologies and require different treatments. This article provides an overview of the two conditions with emphasis on the differences between them. An outline of the diagnosis and management of the diseases is included.
authors.affiliation: Division of Oral Biological and Medical Sciences, Faculty of Dentistry, University of British Columbia, 2199 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. mwill@bccancer.bc.ca
authors.forename: P Michele
authors.initials: PM
authors.lastname: Williams
authors.forename: Robert J
authors.initials: RJ
authors.lastname: Conklin
mesh_terms: D004892:Erythema Multiforme / Q000209:etiology / Q000473:pathology / Q000628:therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013262:Stevens-Johnson Syndrome / Q000209:etiology / Q000473:pathology / Q000628:therapy