We’ve all been there – that dreaded middle of the night page/call from the ER. Three simple words that send us spinning: “Rule out TEN.”
Have no fear though, because the skin sloughing savoir is here. Inpatient dermatology service director Dr. Helena Pasieka joins us to discuss her recent research that elucidates opportunities to prevent offending agent re-exposure (aka first time shame on you, second time shame on us) in patients with a history of SJS/TEN.
Simple steps can be taken to improve communication and prevention. Even more importantly, Dr. Pasieka walks us through her tried and true approach to that r/o call, key findings to guide your decision making, and what to when. Listening to this podcast may save someone’s life…
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