Erythema multiforme-like reaction associated with radiotherapy

Australas Radiol. 1996 Aug;40(3):334-7. doi: 10.1111/j.1440-1673.1996.tb00414.x.

Abstract

Generalized cutaneous reactions in association with radiotherapy have in the past been grouped into erythema multiforme (EM) and erythema multiforme-like reactions, the latter being reactions that do not strictly fit the accepted clinical and/or histological criteria for EM, yet have similar findings or presentations. Though usually benign and self-limiting, the progression to Stevens-Johnson syndrome, a potentially fatal form of erythema multiforme, has been reported. Presented here is a case study of a less severe radiation-induced erythema-like reaction.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Breast Neoplasms / radiotherapy*
  • Breast Neoplasms / surgery
  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • Erythema Multiforme / etiology*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Mastectomy, Modified Radical
  • Middle Aged
  • Radiodermatitis / etiology*
  • Radiotherapy Dosage