Abstract
Successful management of toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) with tumor necrosis factor-α inhibitors has been described in adults. We present a case of a 7-year-old boy with infection-associated TEN, diagnosed by typical clinical and histopathological features, most likely caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae. Treatment with a single dose of infliximab 5 mg/kg intravenously on day 5 after the onset of symptoms was followed by cessation of all blister formation over 3 days and complete resolution within a week. Sequelae were mild, consisting of postinflammatory hyperpigmentation and dry eyes.
Originalsprog | Engelsk |
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Tidsskrift | Pediatric Dermatology |
Vol/bind | 36 |
Udgave nummer | 3 |
Sider (fra-til) | 342-345 |
Antal sider | 4 |
ISSN | 0736-8046 |
DOI | |
Status | Udgivet - 2019 |