Stevens-Johnson syndrome: case report

Authors

  • Manisa Muci -
  • Numila Kuneshka University Hospital Center of Tirana “Mother Teresa”, Tirana, Albania

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.13112/pc.676

Keywords:

Stevens-Johnson syndrome, carbamazepine, child

Abstract

Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a rare and life-threatening acute allergic reaction aff ecting the skin and mucous membranes. We discuss the clinical presentation, evaluation, and treatment of a 9-year-old girl with Stevens-Johnson syndrome, which occurred due to the antiepileptic drug carbamazepine (Tegretol™).

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Published

2013-09-30

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Case Report

How to Cite

Muci, M., & Kuneshka, N. (2013). Stevens-Johnson syndrome: case report. Paediatria Croatica, 57(3), 268-270. https://doi.org/10.13112/pc.676

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