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Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Spectrum: Research Summary
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5 Most Recent Research Articles
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Current Advances in the Medical Management of Stevens-Johnson’s Syndrome
Cristóbal Ignacio Espinoza Díaz et al., Allergies (16 October 2026)
https://doi.org/10.3390/allergies6040041
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Chronic respiratory complications in Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis.
Omura Ayaka et al., Respiratory investigation (15 October 2026)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42879953/
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Reply to "Methodological considerations on 'Discerning Progressive Immunotherapy-Related Mucocutaneous Eruption from Stevens-Johnson Syndrome: An International, Multicenter Case-Control Study'".
Aslanidis Despina et al., Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (15 October 2026)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42880500/
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Methodological considerations on 'Discerning Progressive Immunotherapy-Related Mucocutaneous Eruption from Stevens-Johnson Syndrome: An International, Multicenter Case-Control Study'.
Chen Ling et al., Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (14 October 2026)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42874717/
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Antiseizure drug-induced Stevens - Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis in children: a systematic review
Biplab Pal et al., Figshare (12 October 2026)
https://doi.org/10.6084/m9.figshare.34361902
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Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Spectrum
Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis are rare, severe reactions in which the skin and the moist linings of the body, such as the mouth and eyes, blister and peel. They are most often triggered by medicines, and sometimes by infections. People need urgent hospital care, often in intensive care or a burns unit, with the trigger stopped and wounds and eyes carefully managed. Some people have long-term skin and eye problems.
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Most Recent Research
Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) are potentially life-threatening type IV immune reactions characterized by systemic inflammation mediated by cytotoxic T lymphocytes resulting in epidermal detachment and extensive necrosis. Although infrequent, the main concern across the SJS/TEN spectrum is its mortality, morbidity and associated financial burden. To date, there are no definitive recommendations regarding optimal treatment regimens; therefore, early diagnosis, prompt withdrawal of the culprit drug, and interdisciplinary consultations are vital to avoid disease progression. It is hard to assess the efficacy of novel therapies when the “conventional”, well-founded therapies with corticosteroids and cyclosporine are still under investigation. However, optimal posology is still under debate, as well as possible combined therapies. Other drugs that have shown to have a possible beneficial effect, like etanercept and n-Acetylcysteine, are still under investigation, given the insufficient number of investigations and small samples. New pharmacological approaches have been proposed in the last decade to improve outcomes across the SJS/TEN spectrum. This review aims to analyze novel approaches for SJS/TEN and assess their efficacy and safety compared to currently available treatments.
Common Questions
What is Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Spectrum?
Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis are rare, severe reactions in which the skin and the moist linings of the body, such as the mouth and eyes, blister and peel. They are most often triggered by medicines, and sometimes by infections. People need urgent hospital care, often in intensive care or a burns unit, with the trigger stopped and wounds and eyes carefully managed. Some people have long-term skin and eye problems.
How many clinical trials are available for Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Spectrum?
RareWays currently indexes 24 clinical trials for Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Spectrum, of which 1 is actively recruiting. These counts cover indexed trials across countries, not just your country. An Australian site does not necessarily mean that site is recruiting. Check locations, eligibility and current availability with the study team.
Where does the research data for Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Spectrum come from?
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