A lamotrigine induced toxic epidermal necrolysis in a child

作者:Calka O; Karadag A S; Bilgili S G*; Bulut G; Altun F; Burakgazi A Z
来源:Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology, 2013, 32(1): 86-88.
DOI:10.3109/15569527.2012.662253

摘要

Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) is rare, life-threatening skin disorder that usually is caused by an adverse drug reaction. The exact pathogenesis of TEN is still unknown. Many treatments including prednisolone, cyclosporine and intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) can be used to halt the disease process. We present a 12-year-old girl with epilepsy who developed TEN after about 14 days of lamotrigine treatment. Lamotrigine was immediately discontinued. After receiving systemic corticosteroid treatment, the patient had a complete recovery. Antiepileptic-induced TEN can be mortal in some cases. Thus, we would like to point out the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.

  • 出版日期2013-3
  • 单位Virginia Tech; 美国弗吉尼亚理工大学(Virginia Tech)