Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome - SSSS Flashcards

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Q

What happens in Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome?

Management?

A

“derm emergency”

  • phage group II Staph exotoxin against desmoglein 1
  • superficial split in epidermis
  • toxin is excreted via kidneys so patients with renal failure are more at risk.
  • clear on histology frozen section

Rx:
supportive and Abx

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