Clinical Educator PHI Air Medical Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, United States
The spectrum of Stevens Johnsons Syndrome (SJS) and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) can be a highly complex course with a high risk of mortality if not cared for in centers specializing in the care of this particular condition. Blistering and sloughing rashes can be challenging to diagnose for clinicians who are not explicitly familiar with typical presentation and course of this condition. Most often the inciting cause of SJS/TENs is a form of drug reaction, immunologic in nature. However, other disease processes can also incite SJS/TENS. This session will explore the pathophysiology of SJS/TENs and typical course progression. We will also take a look at current evidence that may be successful in reversing or limiting the extent/severity of this syndrome and explore the expected ICU course for these patients.
Learning Objectives:
Describe the pathophysiology and presentation of Stevens Johnsons Syndrome and the complex continuum that then defines progression to TENS.
List common causes of SJS/TENS
Describe current evidenced base treatment and management of SJS/TENS
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