biological skin substitutes to treat toxic epidermal necrolysis in a case with human immunodeficiency virus infection
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Biological skin substitutes to treat toxic epidermal necrolysis in a case with human immunodeficiency virus infection
Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) is a rare, but life-threatening medical emergency with significant morbidity and mortality. Current treatment standards for TEN patients include stopping all possible drugs associated with the new onset of symptoms, prompt referral and treatment in a specialized center with fluid resuscitation, adequate analgesia and maintenance of nutritional needs. Extensive d...
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journal of research in medical sciencesجلد ۱۹، شماره ۶، صفحات ۰-۰
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