Publications by authors named "M Lehnhardt"
Article Synopsis
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis (SJS/TEN) are severe, drug-induced skin conditions that can be life-threatening and are now viewed as different levels of the same disease known as epidermal necrolysis (EN).
- A new guideline has been created based on scientific literature and expert consensus to help medical professionals in diagnosing and treating EN.
- This guideline targets various specialists like dermatologists and intensive care doctors, as well as informing patients, families, insurers, and policymakers about EN and includes recommendations for acute care and follow-up treatment.
Article Synopsis
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) are serious, mostly drug-related conditions that affect the skin and mucous membranes, categorized under the umbrella term epidermal necrolysis (EN), which varies in severity.* -
- A new guideline for diagnosing and treating SJS/TEN was created based on extensive scientific research and consensus among experts, involving various medical specialties to provide a comprehensive approach to patient care.* -
- The guideline is designed for healthcare professionals across multiple fields, as well as patients, their families, insurers, and policymakers, with the first part specifically addressing diagnosis, initial treatment, and systemic immunotherapy.*
Introduction: Classic heat stroke is a severe trauma which can lead to multi-organ dysfunctions and is associated with a high mortality.
Case Presentation: In this case report we present a 73-year-old patient with a classic heat stroke. His initial core body temperature was over 42 °C and he had a GCS of 3.
Background: The treatment of severely burned patients is demanding and necessitates specialised centres capable of providing adequate therapy over several months. The establishment of digital management systems in intensive care units signifies a substantial advancement in modern healthcare. Introducing such a system in a specialised intensive care unit for severe burn patients presents opportunities for optimisation but also potential obstacles.
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