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Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) can be triggered by chemical agents like S,S-dimethyl cyanoimidodithiocarbonate (DCT), leading to severe skin and mucosal damage.
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The patient admitted with TEN had over 60% body surface area involvement and required intensive treatment and personalized nursing care for recovery.
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Key treatments included systemic glucocorticoids, cyclosporine, intravenous immunoglobulin, and infliximab, alongside comprehensive nursing interventions.
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Wound care involved careful management of blisters, infection control, and application of topical treatments to promote healing and comfort.
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The patient's condition improved significantly after 20 days of treatment, allowing for discharge with nearly healed skin lesions.