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ArticleClinical case reports2024

Co-Trimoxazole-Induced Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis: A Case Report From Nepal.

Sandesh Gaire, Suchit Thapa Chhetri

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Sandesh GaireManmohan Cardiothoracic Vascular and Transplant Centre Kathmandu Nepal.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0006-1655-4413
Suchit Thapa ChhetriNepalese Army Institute of Health Sciences Kathmandu Nepal.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0001-3344-5925

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) are severe mucocutaneous reactions, often triggered by medications, characterized by blistering and epithelial sloughing. We report the case of a 66-year-old male who presented with a 2-day history of fluid-filled lesions on his body. On examination, erosions were observed on the posterior and anterior trunk, as well as on both upper and lower limbs. Multiple vesicles and bullae were scattered bilaterally, involving 60%-70% of the body surface area. Co-trimoxazole-induced SJS was diagnosed. The patient was admitted to the ICU and treated with dexamethasone, hydrocortisone, imipenem, and azithromycin. Corticosteroids, combined with broad-spectrum antibiotics, were effective in managing the condition. Early intervention and a multidisciplinary approach helped prevent complications and secondary infections.

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adverse drug reactionco‐trimoxazoleHLA‐B*38:02 alleleStevens–Johnson syndrometoxic epidermal necrolysis

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PMID39619308
PMCPMC11606929

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