Approach to the acute, generalized, blistering patient.

Abstract:

:This article discusses the approach to the acute, generalized, blistering patient from the perspective of the dermatologic consultant. Initially, a case is presented, followed by a discussion of the relevant evaluation, differential diagnosis, and treatment options.

journal_name

Semin Cutan Med Surg

authors

Carr DR,Houshmand E,Heffernan MP

doi

10.1016/j.sder.2007.09.006

subject

Has Abstract

pub_date

2007-09-01 00:00:00

pages

139-46

issue

3

eissn

1085-5629

issn

1558-0768

pii

S1085-5629(07)00056-9

journal_volume

26

pub_type

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