Evaluation of Cyclosporine for the Treatment of DRESS Syndrome
Emily Nguyen, Daniel A. Yanes, Sotonye Imadojemu, Daniela Kroshinsky
Abstract
This retrospective case-control study of 26 adults evaluates the use of cyclosporine A in the treatment of drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS syndrome) compared with standard systemic glucocorticosteroids.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineEosinophiliaRetrospective cohort studyDermatologyDrugYoung adultIntensive care medicineSurgeryInternal medicinePharmacologyDrug-Induced Adverse ReactionsMast cells and histaminePneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia detection and treatment