Predicting sepsis in Stevens-Johnson syndrome–toxic epidermal necrolysis: Should dermatologists be pro-procalcitonin?

Stevens-Johnson syndrome–toxic epidermal necrolysis (SJS-TEN) demands our attention—complications of fluid and electrolyte imbalances and sepsis must be addressed to reduce morbidity and mortality. Classification of disease is based on the degree of epidermal detachment, with <10% body surface area (BSA) involvement designated SJS, 10%-30% BSA designated SJS-TEN overlap, and >30% BSA designated TEN. In-hospital mortality in adults has been...