Toxic epidermal necrolysis

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012158",
  "term": "Toxic epidermal necrolysis",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A severe, life-threatening skin reaction characterized by widespread blistering and detachment of the epidermis from the dermis. This condition is often triggered by certain medications and results in extensive skin loss, similar to a severe burn. It is considered a medical emergency requiring intensive care.",
  "synonyms": [
    "Lyell syndrome"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "Stevens-Johnson syndrome",
    "adverse drug reaction",
    "allergic"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1254 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/toxic-epidermal-necrolysis/"
}