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Stevens-Johnson syndrome diagnostic study of choice
Introduction
Overview
Overview
SJS is mainly diagnosed through the clinical skin findings. However, a skin biopsy is helpful in making the definitive diagnosis
Diagnostic Study of Choice
Diagnostic Study of Choice
Study of choice
- Stevens-Johnson Syndrome is primarily diagnosed based on the clinical presentation.
- There are no established criteria for the diagnosis of SJS.
- However, a skin biopsy is helpful in making the definitive diagnosis
References
References
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Anila Hussain, MD [2]