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Kanabaj K, Jenerowicz D, Jankowska L, Żaba Z. DRESS syndrome - A dermatological emergency - Sulfasalazine-related acute drug reaction case report. Heliyon 2023; 9:e20021. [PMID: 37809745 PMCID: PMC10559731 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e20021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2023] [Revised: 08/19/2023] [Accepted: 09/08/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023] Open
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Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS syndrome) or drug-induced hypersensitivity syndrome (DIHS) is a severe skin reaction associated with general symptoms and mortality reaching up to 10% of cases. DRESS/DIHS is one of the few dermatological emergencies which need to be taken into consideration when dealing with a patient with acute exanthema and systemic symptoms like: fever, lymphadenopathy, muscle pain, hepatosplenomegaly, abnormal blood count results and systemic inflammation. The aim of this article is to summarize the literature finding regarding this dermatological emergency and present the case of a 42-year-old male suffering from DRESS syndrome as a consequence of sulfasalazine intake due to an inflammatory bowel disease, who was effectively treated with oral prednisolone and immediate drug withdrawal.
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- Krzysztof Kanabaj
- Department of Dermatology, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Przybyszewskiego 49, 60-356, Poznan, Poland
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- Department of Dermatology, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Przybyszewskiego 49, 60-356, Poznan, Poland
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- Department of Dermatology, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Przybyszewskiego 49, 60-356, Poznan, Poland
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, ul. Rokietnicka 7, 60-806, Poznan, Poland
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Madeira D, Orfão A, Matos C, Vasconcelos P. Fat Embolism: A Rare Complication of Bone Biopsy. Cureus 2023; 15:e44765. [PMID: 37809153 PMCID: PMC10557045 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.44765] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/06/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023] Open
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We report a woman who was admitted to the hospital with a sudden onset of extensive maculopapular erythematous rash involving the trunk and extremities, six weeks after initiating antihypertensive medication. She had atypical lymphocytosis with Gumprecht shadows, elevated liver enzymes, and acute kidney injury. The diagnosis of drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) syndrome secondary to antihypertensive drugs was suspected and the antihypertensive drugs were suspended. A hypothesis of lymphoproliferative disease was also considered, and consequently, a myelogram and bone biopsy of the iliac crest were performed. After the procedure, the patient developed acute hypoxemia. After the exclusion of pulmonary thromboembolism by CT angiography, we assumed a presumptive diagnosis of iatrogenic fat embolism syndrome (FES) associated with bone biopsy. The patient deteriorated with worsening hypoxemia and ultimately died. This case represented a diagnostic challenge and highlighted iatrogenesis's undesirable and potentially fatal effects. Careful consideration of the risk-benefit ratio of all medical procedures is paramount in daily medical practice and knowledge of the possible risks is necessary for their early recognition and therapeutic approach.
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- Daniela Madeira
- Internal Medicine, Hospital Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca, Amadora, PRT
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- Internal Medicine, Hospital Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca, Amadora, PRT
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- Internal Medicine, Hospital Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca, Amadora, PRT
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Lassoued N, Alaya W, Arfa S, Korbi M, Lassoued I, Amor SB, Zaouali F, Farhat Z, Chelly J, Habib Sfar M. A posteriori diagnosis of DRESS syndrome induced by diazoxide in a patient with an insulinoma: a case report and review of the literature. Front Med (Lausanne) 2023; 10:1196041. [PMID: 37601782 PMCID: PMC10436324 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2023.1196041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2023] [Accepted: 07/12/2023] [Indexed: 08/22/2023] Open
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The Drug Rash with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) syndrome can be potentially life-threatening. The diagnosis is sometimes difficult since the clinical manifestations may be incomplete or non-specific. Insulinoma is a rare functioning neuroendocrine tumor (NET) of the pancreas. Medical therapy may be needed when surgery is contraindicated, delayed or refused. Diazoxide is widely used to control hypoglycemia in patients with insulinoma. We report a clinical case of an insulinoma in a 85-year-old patient treated with diazoxide with a fatal outcome due to a delayed diagnosis of a DRESS syndrome. This is the first case of DRESS syndrome reported after using diazoxide for insulinoma treatment in our knowledge.
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- Najoua Lassoued
- Department of Endocrinology, Taher Sfar University Hospital, Mahdia, Tunisia
- University of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Department of Endocrinology, Taher Sfar University Hospital, Mahdia, Tunisia
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- Department of Endocrinology, Taher Sfar University Hospital, Mahdia, Tunisia
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- Department of Dermatology, Fattouma Bourguiba University Hospital, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Taher Sfar University Hospital, Mahdia, Tunisia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Taher Sfar University Hospital, Mahdia, Tunisia
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- Department of Family Medicine, Faculty of Medicine of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Department of Family Medicine, Faculty of Medicine of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Department of Infectious Disease, Taher Sfar University Hospital, Mahdia, Tunisia
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- Department of Endocrinology, Taher Sfar University Hospital, Mahdia, Tunisia
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Wilkerson RG. Drug Hypersensitivity Reactions. Immunol Allergy Clin North Am 2023; 43:473-489. [PMID: 37394254 DOI: 10.1016/j.iac.2022.10.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/04/2023]
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Drug hypersensitivity reactions are a diverse group of reactions mediated by the immune system after exposure to a drug. The Gell and Coombs classification divides immunologic DHRs into 4 major pathophysiologic categories based on immunologic mechanism. Anaphylaxis is a Type I hypersensitivity reaction that requires immediate recognition and treatment. Severe cutaneous adverse reactions (SCARs) are a group of dermatologic diseases that result from a Type IV hypersensitivity process and include drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptom (DRESS) syndrome, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), and acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP). Other types of reactions are slow to develop and do not always require rapid treatment. Emergency physicians should have a good understanding of these various types of drug hypersensitivity reactions and how to approach the patient regarding evaluation and treatment.
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- R Gentry Wilkerson
- Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Maryland School of Medicine, 110 South Paca Street, 6th Floor, Suite 200, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA.
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Dagnon da Silva M, Domingues SM, Oluic S, Radovanovic M, Kodela P, Nordin T, Paulson MR, Joksimović B, Adetimehin O, Singh D, Madrid C, Cardozo M, Baralic M, Dumic I. Renal Manifestations of Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) Syndrome: A Systematic Review of 71 Cases. J Clin Med 2023; 12:4576. [PMID: 37510691 PMCID: PMC10380880 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12144576] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2023] [Revised: 06/26/2023] [Accepted: 07/02/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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Unlike other adverse drug reactions, visceral organ involvement is a prominent feature of drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) syndrome and correlates with mortality. The aim of this study was to systematically review cases published in PubMed-indexed, peer-reviewed journals in which patients had renal injury during the episode of DRESS syndrome (DS). We found 71 cases, of which 67 were adults and 56% were males. Female sex was associated with higher mortality. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) was present in 14% of patients who developed acute kidney injury (AKI) during DS. In 21% of cases, the kidneys were the only visceral organ involved, while 54% of patients had both liver and kidney involvement. Eosinophilia was absent in 24% of patients. The most common classes of medication associated with renal injury in DS were antibiotics in 34%, xanthine oxidase inhibitors in 15%, and anticonvulsants in 11%. Among antibiotics, vancomycin was the most common culprit in 68% of patients. AKI was the most common renal manifestation reported in 96% of cases, while isolated proteinuria or hematuria was present in only 4% of cases. In cases with AKI, 88% had isolated increase in creatinine and decrease in glomerular filtration (GFR), 27% had AKI concomitantly with proteinuria, 18% had oliguria, and 13% had concomitant AKI with hematuria. Anuria was the rarest manifestation, occurring in only 4% of patients with DS. Temporary renal replacement therapy was needed in 30% of cases, and all but one patient fully recovered renal function. Mortality of DS in this cohort was 13%, which is higher than previously reported. Medication class, latency period, or pre-existing CKD were not found to be associated with higher mortality. More research, particularly prospective studies, is needed to better recognize the risks associated with renal injury in patients with DS. The development of disease-specific biomarkers would also be useful so DS with renal involvement can be easier distinguished from other eosinophilic diseases that might affect the kidney.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL 60402, USA
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- Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
- Department of Hospital Medicine, Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire, WI 54703, USA
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- Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
- Department of Family Medicine, Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire, WI 54703, USA
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- Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
- Department of Hospital Medicine, Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire, WI 54703, USA
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- Faculty of Medicine Foca, University of East Sarajevo, 73300 Foca, The Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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- Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
- Department of Hospital Medicine, Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire, WI 54703, USA
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- Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
- Department of Nephrology, Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire, WI 54703, USA
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- Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
- Department of Hospital Medicine, Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire, WI 54703, USA
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- Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
- Department of Hospital Medicine, Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire, WI 54703, USA
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- Department of Nephrology, University Clinical Center of Serbia, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia
- School of Medicine, University of Belgrade, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia
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- Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
- Department of Hospital Medicine, Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire, WI 54703, USA
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Lagacé F, D’Aguanno K, Prosty C, Laverde-Saad A, Cattelan L, Ouchene L, Oliel S, Genest G, Doiron P, Richer V, Jfri A, O’Brien E, Lefrançois P, Powell M, Moreau L, Litvinov IV, Muntyanu A, Netchiporouk E. The Role of Sex and Gender in Dermatology - From Pathogenesis to Clinical Implications. J Cutan Med Surg 2023; 27:NP1-NP36. [PMID: 37401812 PMCID: PMC10486181 DOI: 10.1177/12034754231177582] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2023] [Revised: 03/29/2023] [Accepted: 04/09/2023] [Indexed: 07/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND Sex and gender have increasingly been recognized as significant risk factors for many diseases, including dermatological conditions. Historically, sex and gender have often been grouped together as a single risk factor in the scientific literature. However, both may have a distinct impact on disease incidence, prevalence, clinical presentation, severity, therapeutic response, and associated psychological distress. OBJECTIVES AND PROJECT DESCRIPTION The mechanisms that underlie differences in skin diseases between males, females, men, and women remain largely unknown. The specific objectives of this review paper are:To highlight the biological differences between males and females (sex), as well as the sociocultural differences between men and women (gender) and how they impact the integumentary system.To perform a literature review to identify important sex- and gender-related epidemiological and clinical differences for various skin conditions belonging to a range of disease categories and to discuss possible biological and sociocultural factors that could explain the observed differences.To discuss dermatological skin conditions and gender-affirming treatments within the transgender community, a population of individuals who have a gender identity which is different than the gender identity they were assigned at birth. FUTURE IMPACT With the rising number of individuals that identify as non-binary or transgender within our increasingly diverse communities, it is imperative to recognize gender identity, gender, and sex as distinct entities. By doing so, clinicians will be able to better risk-stratify their patients and select treatments that are most aligned with their values. To our knowledge, very few studies have separated sex and gender as two distinct risk factors within the dermatology literature. Our article also has the potential to help guide future prevention strategies that are patient-tailored rather than using a universal approach.
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- François Lagacé
- Division of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Allergy and Immunology, Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Dermatology and Skin Science, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Department of Dermatology, Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Division of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montréal, Québec, Canada
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Martin G, Lambert E, Wang GK. Drug Reaction With Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) Syndrome Caused by Apalutamide: A Case Presentation. Cureus 2023; 15:e41687. [PMID: 37575810 PMCID: PMC10415966 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.41687] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2023] [Accepted: 07/10/2023] [Indexed: 08/15/2023] Open
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Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) is a severe drug reaction that is triggered several weeks after the start of a new medication. This syndrome presents with a variety of clinical symptoms, specifically a manifestation involving a fever followed by a severe rash. A variety of medications are known to trigger DRESS, with the most common being anticonvulsants and allopurinol. Here, we discuss the case of a medication, apalutamide, that caused DRESS in our patient. Early recognition and abrupt discontinuation of the medication is required for the management of this syndrome and to minimize morbidity and mortality.
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- Gabriella Martin
- Medical School, Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, USA
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- Medical School, Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, USA
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- Family Medicine, Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, USA
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Oh J, Singh A, Fonseca M, Muppidi M. A Case of Amoxicillin-Induced Drug Reaction With Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (Dress) Syndrome Associated With Significant Reactive Hypereosinophilia (HE): A Case Report. Cureus 2023; 15:e41646. [PMID: 37565132 PMCID: PMC10411546 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.41646] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/10/2023] [Indexed: 08/12/2023] Open
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Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) syndrome is a severe cutaneous drug reaction characterized by a skin rash, eosinophilia, atypical lymphocytosis, and involvement of multiple organs. The mortality rate of DRESS syndrome is moderate, and prompt diagnosis and treatment are essential. When DRESS syndrome is presented with significant hypereosinophilia (HE), it should be differentiated from other conditions that can cause HE through a comprehensive approach to diagnostic evaluation. Amoxicillin has been well-documented as a potential cause of DRESS syndrome. It is important to note that amoxicillin can trigger DRESS syndrome in patients who already have a known allergy to sulfasalazine, as well as when it is administered with a beta-lactamase inhibitor such as clavulanic acid. Here, we describe a case of amoxicillin alone-induced DRESS syndrome associated with significant reactive HE. A 39-year-old female presented with three days of shortness of breath, fatigue, facial swelling, and a generalized maculopapular skin rash. The patient endorsed taking amoxicillin two to three weeks prior to the presentation. Diagnostic tests revealed HE, significant generalized lymphadenopathy on computed tomography (CT) scans of the neck and abdomen, and bilateral interstitial infiltration on a CT scan of the chest suggestive of eosinophilic infiltration. Based on the European Registry of Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions (RegiSCAR) scoring system, the case was categorized as "probable" DRESS syndrome related to amoxicillin. High-dose steroids were initiated as the treatment of choice for suspected DRESS syndrome. Other potential causes of HE were investigated and ruled out. The patient showed significant clinical improvement, with the normalization of absolute eosinophil count (AEC) and complete resolution of lung infiltrates on a repeat CT scan of the chest. The case highlights the importance of conducting a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation to differentiate DRESS syndrome from other causes of HE when significant HE is present. Prompt treatment with high-dose steroids is essential in managing patients with severe symptoms associated with DRESS syndrome. It is crucial to consider amoxicillin as a potential trigger for DRESS syndrome, even when there is no history of sulfasalazine allergy or concurrent administration of a beta-lactamase inhibitor.
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- Jaha Oh
- Department of Internal Medicine, NYC Health and Hospitals/Lincoln, New York City, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, NYC Health and Hospitals/Lincoln, New York City, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, NYC Health and Hospitals/Lincoln, New York City, USA
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- Department of Oncology, NYC Health and Hospitals/Lincoln, New York City, USA
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Awad A, Goh MS, Trubiano JA. Drug Reaction With Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms: A Systematic Review. THE JOURNAL OF ALLERGY AND CLINICAL IMMUNOLOGY. IN PRACTICE 2023; 11:1856-1868. [PMID: 36893848 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaip.2023.02.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2022] [Revised: 01/30/2023] [Accepted: 02/23/2023] [Indexed: 03/09/2023]
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BACKGROUND Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) is a potentially life-threatening drug reaction; recognizing the diversity of its clinical presentations, implicated drugs, and management modalities can aid in diagnosis and reduce morbidity and mortality. OBJECTIVE To review the clinical features, drug causes, and treatments deployed in DRESS. METHODS This review was performed in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines to review publications relating to DRESS published between 1979 and 2021. Only publications with a RegiSCAR score of 4 or greater were included (indicating "probable" or "definite" DRESS). The PRISMA guidelines were used for data extraction and the Newcastle-Ottawa scale for quality assessment (Pierson DJ. Respir Care 2009;54:1372-8). The main outcomes included implicated drugs, patient demographics, clinical manifestations, treatment, and sequelae for each included publication. RESULTS A total of 1124 publications were reviewed, and 131 met the inclusion criteria, amounting to 151 cases of DRESS. The most implicated drug classes were antibiotics, anticonvulsants, and anti-inflammatories, although up to 55 drugs were implicated. Cutaneous manifestations were present in 99% of cases, with a median onset of 24 days and maculopapular rash the most common morphology. Common systemic features were fever, eosinophilia, lymphadenopathy, and liver involvement. Facial edema was present in 67 cases (44%). Systemic corticosteroids were the mainstay of DRESS-specific treatment. A total of 13 cases (9%) resulted in mortality. CONCLUSION DRESS diagnosis should be considered in the presence of a cutaneous eruption, fever, eosinophilia, liver involvement, and lymphadenopathy. The class of implicated drug may influence outcome, as allopurinol was associated with 23% of cases that resulted in death (3 cases). Given potential DRESS complications and mortality, it is important that DRESS is recognized early so that any suspect drugs are ceased promptly.
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- Andrew Awad
- Department of Infectious Diseases, Centre for Antibiotic Allergy and Research, Austin Hospital, Heidelberg, VIC, Australia.
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- Department of Dermatology, Austin Health, Heidelberg, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, Centre for Antibiotic Allergy and Research, Austin Hospital, Heidelberg, VIC, Australia; Department of Infectious Diseases, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
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Calle AM, Aguirre N, Ardila JC, Cardona Villa R. DRESS syndrome: A literature review and treatment algorithm. World Allergy Organ J 2023; 16:100673. [PMID: 37082745 PMCID: PMC10112187 DOI: 10.1016/j.waojou.2022.100673] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 24.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2021] [Revised: 06/11/2022] [Accepted: 07/05/2022] [Indexed: 04/22/2023] Open
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Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms, known by its acronym in English as DRESS (Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms), clinically manifests with fever, facial edema, lymphadenopathy, a morbilliform rash, and organ involvement. Laboratory results reveal leukocytosis, atypical lymphocytes, eosinophilia, and alterations of liver and kidney function tests. The actual incidence of DRESS is unknown, because it may vary depending on the type of medication and the immune status of each patient; also, because many cases remain undiagnosed or untreated. The drugs most associated with DRESS include antiepileptics, antibiotics, antituberculosis, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs). Its diagnosis is sometimes made late and can become a challenge. The diagnostic criteria proposed by the international Registry of Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions (RegiSCAR) help to establish the diagnosis through a score system based on clinical and laboratory findings. The first step to identify the culprit is a thorough clinical history that includes all suspects, emphasizing those most known to cause DRESS syndrome according to the context and the literature. A skin biopsy may also be helpful in the diagnostic process. Patch testing is the test of choice to search for the culprit in cases of DRESS. Regarding prognosis, the estimated mortality due to DRESS is 3.8%. The main causes of mortality include fulminant hepatitis and liver necrosis. Several indicators of poor prognosis have been identified and these include an eosinophil count above 6000 × 103/μL, thrombocytopenia, pancytopenia, leukocytosis and coagulopathy. This article aims to review the evidence available regarding the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical and laboratory findings, diagnosis, and treatment of DRESS.
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- Ana María Calle
- Grupo de Alergología Clínica y Experimental (GACE), Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia
- Clinical Allergologist, Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia
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- Grupo de Alergología Clínica y Experimental (GACE), Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia
- Clinical Allergologist Resident, Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia
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- Grupo de Alergología Clínica y Experimental (GACE), Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia
- Clinical Allergologist Resident, Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia
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- Grupo de Alergología Clínica y Experimental (GACE), Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia
- Clinical Allergologist, Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia
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Moreta Rodríguez M, García-Pajares F, Almohalla-Álvarez C, Alonso-Martín C, González López A, Miramontes-González JP, Martín Guerra JM, Morejón Huerta B. DRESS syndrome secondary to carbamazepine. REVISTA ESPANOLA DE ENFERMEDADES DIGESTIVAS 2023; 115:96-97. [PMID: 35704366 DOI: 10.17235/reed.2022.8977/2022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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DRESS syndrome is a multisystem disorder that appears in the context of an adverse drug reaction, characterized by fever, rash and peripheral eosinophilia with involvement of other organs such as the liver. The typical liver involvement is acute toxic hepatitis (DILI), showing improvement and a tendency to resolution when corticotherapy is started. We must not forget this manifestation in the clinical context of a DRESS syndrome.
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Green EA, Fogarty K, Ishmael FT. Penicillin Allergy. Prim Care 2023; 50:221-235. [PMID: 37105603 DOI: 10.1016/j.pop.2022.11.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/27/2023]
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Allergy to penicillin can occur via any of the 4 types of Gel-Coombs hypersensitivity reactions, producing distinct clinical histories and physical examination findings. Treatments include penicillin discontinuation, and depending on the type of reaction, epinephrine, antihistamines, and/or glucocorticoids. Most beta-lactams may be safely used in penicillin-allergic patients, with the possible exception of first-generation and second-generation cephalosporins. Penicillin testing includes skin testing, patch testing, and graded challenge. The selection of the type of testing depends on the clinical setting, equipment availability, and type of hypersensitivity reaction. Desensitization may be used in some cases where treatment with penicillins is essential.
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- Estelle A Green
- Pennsylvania State University, College of Medicine University Park, 1850 East Park Avenue, State College, PA 16803, USA
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- Pennsylvania State University, College of Medicine University Park, 1850 East Park Avenue, State College, PA 16803, USA
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- Pennsylvania State University, College of Medicine University Park, 1850 East Park Avenue, State College, PA 16803, USA; Mount Nittany Health, 1850 East Park Avenue, State College, PA 16803, USA.
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Luu LA, Makin TA, Borish L, Snavely EA, Meyer JS, Zlotoff BJ, Zeichner SL. Fever, Rash, and Cough in a 7-Year-Old Boy. Pediatrics 2023; 151:e2022058194. [PMID: 36601710 DOI: 10.1542/peds.2022-058194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/23/2022] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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A 7-year-old boy presented to the emergency department with fever, cough, congestion, abdominal pain, myalgias, and morbilliform rash. Several aspects of the patient's history, including recent travel, living on a farm, exposure to sick contacts, and new medications, resulted in a wide differential diagnosis. Initial laboratory testing revealed leukocytosis with neutrophilia and elevated atypical lymphocytes, but did not reveal any infectious causes of illness. He was discharged from the hospital, but then represented to the emergency department a day later with worsening rash, continued fever, abdominal pain, and poor intake. He was then admitted. A more comprehensive laboratory evaluation was initiated. During this hospital course, the patient's physical examination changed when he developed head and neck edema, and certain laboratory trends became clearer. With the assistance of several specialists, the team was able to reach a more definitive diagnosis and initiate treatment to appropriately manage his condition.
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- Pediatrics and Microbiology, Immunology, and Cancer Biology, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia
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Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS): Focus on the Pathophysiological and Diagnostic Role of Viruses. Microorganisms 2023; 11:microorganisms11020346. [PMID: 36838310 PMCID: PMC9966117 DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms11020346] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Revised: 01/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/16/2023] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) is a heterogeneous, multiorgan and potentially life-threatening drug-hypersensitivity reaction (DHR) that occurs several days or weeks after drug initiation or discontinuation. DHRs constitute an emerging issue for public health, due to population aging, growing multi-organ morbidity, and subsequent enhanced drug prescriptions. DRESS has more consistently been associated with anticonvulsants, allopurinol and antibiotics, such as sulphonamides and vancomycin, although new drugs are increasingly reported as culprit agents. Reactivation of latent infectious agents such as viruses (especially Herpesviridae) plays a key role in prompting and sustaining aberrant T-cell and eosinophil responses to drugs and pathogens, ultimately causing organ damage. However, the boundaries of the impact of viral agents in the pathophysiology of DRESS are still ill-defined. Along with growing awareness of the multifaceted aspects of immune perturbation caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) during the ongoing SARS-CoV-2-related disease (COVID-19) pandemic, novel interest has been sparked towards DRESS and the potential interactions among antiviral and anti-drug inflammatory responses. In this review, we summarised the most recent evidence on pathophysiological mechanisms, diagnostic approaches, and clinical management of DRESS with the aim of increasing awareness on this syndrome and possibly suggesting clues for future research in this field.
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Amos K, Garcia-Bournissen F, Zhao L, Taheri S. Carbamazepine-induced liver injury in an 11-year-old female: Case report and review of the literature. J Paediatr Child Health 2023; 59:165-168. [PMID: 36069405 DOI: 10.1111/jpc.16200] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2022] [Revised: 08/16/2022] [Accepted: 08/17/2022] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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- Kiersten Amos
- Department of Paediatrics, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Paediatrics, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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Kategeaw W, Nakkam N, Kiertiburanakul S, Sukasem C, Tassaneeyakul W, Chaiyakunapruk N. Cost-effectiveness analysis of HLA-B*13:01 screening for the prevention of co-trimoxazole-induced severe cutaneous adverse reactions among HIV-infected patients in Thailand. J Med Econ 2023; 26:1330-1341. [PMID: 37830976 DOI: 10.1080/13696998.2023.2270868] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2023] [Accepted: 10/11/2023] [Indexed: 10/14/2023]
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Studies found a strong association between HLA-B*13:01 allele and co-trimoxazole-induced severe cutaneous adverse reactions (SCARs). Genetic screening before initiation of co-trimoxazole may decrease the incidence of co-trimoxazole-induced SCARs. This study aims to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of HLA-B*13:01 screening before co-trimoxazole initiation in HIV-infected patients in Thailand. A combination of a decision tree model and a Markov model was used to estimate lifetime costs and outcomes of two strategies including 1) HLA-B*13:01 screening before co-trimoxazole initiation and 2) usual practice from a societal perspective. Alternative drugs are not considered because dapsone (the second-line drug) also presents a genetic risk. Input parameters were obtained from literature, government documents, and part of the TREAT Asia HIV Observational Database (TAHOD). One-way sensitivity analyses and probabilistic analyses were performed to determine robustness of the findings. HLA-B*13:01 screening resulted in 0.0061 quality-adjusted life years (QALYs) loss with an additional cost of 370 THB ($11.84). At the cost-effectiveness threshold of 160,000 THB ($5,112.85), the probability of the genetic screening strategy being cost-effective is 9.54%. This analysis demonstrated that HLA-B*13:01 allele screening before initiation of co-trimoxazole among HIV-infected patients is unlikely to be cost-effective in Thailand. Our findings will help policymakers make an evidence-informed decision making.
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- Warittakorn Kategeaw
- Department of Pharmacotherapy, College of Pharmacy, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Laboratory for Pharmacogenomics, Somdech Phra Debaratana Medical Center (SDMC), Ramathibodi Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand
- The Thai Severe Cutaneous Adverse Drug Reaction (THAI-SCAR) Research Group, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Pharmacotherapy, College of Pharmacy, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
- IDEAS Center, Veterans Affairs Salt Lake City Healthcare System, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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Blumenthal KG, Alvarez-Arango S, Fu X, Kroshinsky D, Choi H, Phillips E, Zhou L. Risk Factors for Vancomycin Drug Reaction With Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms Syndrome. JAMA Dermatol 2022; 158:1449-1453. [PMID: 36322078 PMCID: PMC9631222 DOI: 10.1001/jamadermatol.2022.3541] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2022] [Accepted: 06/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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This case-control study uses single-institution data to explore risk factors associated with vancomycin drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic systems (DRESS) syndrome.
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- Kimberly G. Blumenthal
- Division of Rheumatology, Allergy, and Immunology, Department of Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
- Mongan Institute, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston
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- Division of Clinical Pharmacology, Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
- Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Division of Rheumatology, Allergy, and Immunology, Department of Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston
- Mongan Institute, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston
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- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
- Department of Dermatology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston
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- Division of Rheumatology, Allergy, and Immunology, Department of Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
- Mongan Institute, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston
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- Department of Medicine, Center for Drug Safety and Immunology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
- Division of General Internal Medicine and Primary Care, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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Wang CW, Lin WC, Chen WT, Chen CB, Lu CW, Hou HH, Hui RCY, Wu J, Chang CJ, Chang YC, Chung WH. Associations of HLA-A and HLA-B with vancomycin-induced drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms in the Han-Chinese population. Front Pharmacol 2022; 13:954596. [PMID: 36506572 PMCID: PMC9732226 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.954596] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2022] [Accepted: 11/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Vancomycin is a commonly used antibiotic; however, it can cause life-threatening severe cutaneous adverse reactions, such as drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS). A previous study has reported a strong association between HLA-A*32:01 and vancomycin-induced DRESS in European ethnicity. Herein, we aim to investigate the genetic predisposition of vancomycin-induced DRESS in the Han-Chinese population. In this study, we enrolled a total of 26 patients with vancomycin-induced DRESS, 1,616 general population controls, and 51 subjects tolerant to vancomycin. In vitro granulysin-based lymphocyte activation tests (LAT) were conducted among 6 vancomycin-induced DRESS patients who were concomitantly receiving other medicines. HLA-A and HLA-B genotypes were determined by sequencing-based typing. Our results found that vancomycin-induced DRESS was associated with HLA-A*32:01 [odds ratio (OR) = 7.8, 95% confidence interval (CI) = 1.7-35.8; p-value = 0.035], HLA-B*07:05 (OR = 32.3, 95% CI = 2.8-367.7; p-value = 0.047), HLA-B*40:06 (OR = 4.7, 95% CI = 1.3-16.1; p-value = 0.036) and HLA-B*67:01 (OR = 44.8, 95% CI = 7.2-280.4; p-value = 0.002) when comparing the vancomycin-induced DRESS patients with the general population controls. LAT results showed that granulysin significantly increased in the vancomycin-induced DRESS patients upon vancomycin stimulation (4.7 ± 3.7 fold increased), but not upon other co-medicines. This study identified that, in addition to HLA-A*32:01, HLA-B*07:05, HLA-B*40:06, and HLA-B*67:01 were also genetic markers for vancomycin-induced DRESS in the Han-Chinese population. Associations of ethnic variances in HLA with vancomycin-DRESS were observed.
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- Chuang-Wei Wang
- Department of Dermatology, Drug Hypersensitivity Clinical and Research Center, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan,Cancer Vaccine and Immune Cell Therapy Core Laboratory, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan,Chang Gung Immunology Consortium, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan,Department of Dermatology, Xiamen Chang Gung Hospital, Xiamen, China,College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Dermatology, Drug Hypersensitivity Clinical and Research Center, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan,Department of Medical Education, Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Dermatology, Drug Hypersensitivity Clinical and Research Center, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan,Department of Dermatology, Xiamen Chang Gung Hospital, Xiamen, China,College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Dermatology, Drug Hypersensitivity Clinical and Research Center, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan,Chang Gung Immunology Consortium, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan,Department of Dermatology, Xiamen Chang Gung Hospital, Xiamen, China,College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan,Whole-Genome Research Core Laboratory of Human Diseases, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Keelung, Taiwan,Immune-Oncology Center of Excellence, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan,Graduate Institute of Clinical Medical Sciences, College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Dermatology, Drug Hypersensitivity Clinical and Research Center, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan,Department of Dermatology, Xiamen Chang Gung Hospital, Xiamen, China,College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan,Immune-Oncology Center of Excellence, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan,Graduate Institute of Clinical Medical Sciences, College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Oral Biology, School of Dentistry, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Dermatology, Drug Hypersensitivity Clinical and Research Center, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan,College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Dermatology, Drug Hypersensitivity Clinical and Research Center, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan,College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan,Immune-Oncology Center of Excellence, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan
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- Department of Dermatology, Drug Hypersensitivity Clinical and Research Center, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan,Central Research Laboratory, Department of Dermatology and Xiamen Chang Gung Allergology Consortium, Xiamen Chang Gung Hospital, School of Medicine, Huaqiao University, Xiamen, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Drug Hypersensitivity Clinical and Research Center, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan,College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Dermatology, Drug Hypersensitivity Clinical and Research Center, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan,Cancer Vaccine and Immune Cell Therapy Core Laboratory, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan,Chang Gung Immunology Consortium, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan,Department of Dermatology, Xiamen Chang Gung Hospital, Xiamen, China,College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan,Whole-Genome Research Core Laboratory of Human Diseases, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Keelung, Taiwan,Immune-Oncology Center of Excellence, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan,Department of Dermatology, Beijing Tsinghua Chang Gung Hospital, School of Clinical Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China,Department of Dermatology, Ruijin Hospital School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China,Genomic Medicine Core Laboratory, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou, Taiwan,*Correspondence: Wen-Hung Chung, ,
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Kodan P. Cascade of Drug Toxicities: A Challenging Case of Tuberculosis and Drug Rash with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms. JOURNAL OF THE ASSOCIATION OF PHYSICIANS OF INDIA 2022. [DOI: 10.5005/japi-11001-0086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Pope EI, Au H, Levy DM, Verstegen RHJ. Case report: Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS)-induced hemophagocytic disorder. Front Pharmacol 2022; 13:1023522. [DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.1023522] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2022] [Accepted: 10/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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Hemophagocytic disorders are severe and life-threatening conditions that can be genetic in origin [i.e., primary hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH)] or result from infections (i.e., secondary hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis), rheumatologic disease [i.e., macrophage activation syndrome (MAS)], and less frequently immunodeficiency or metabolic disease. Although rare, drug-induced hemophagocytosis needs to be considered in the work-up as it requires specific management strategies. Most drug-induced hemophagocytic disorders are related to Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS). We present the case of a 7-year-old girl who initially presented with fever, maculopapular rash, and unilateral lymphadenopathy, who went on to develop hemophagocytosis secondary to DRESS caused by prolonged combination treatment with amoxicillin/clavulanic acid and trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole. This case illustrates the importance of considering adverse drug reactions in the evaluations of patients with a hemophagocytic process.
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Mrabet S, Romdhane W, Fradi A, Boukadida R, Azzabi A, Guedri Y, Sahtout W, BenAicha N, Abdessayed N, Mokni M, Zellama D, Achour A. Severe Acute Interstitial Nephritis, Dermatitis, and Hemolytic Anemia due to Polyparasitic Infection in an Immunocompetent Male Patient. Am J Mens Health 2022; 16:15579883221139914. [PMID: 36484293 PMCID: PMC9742931 DOI: 10.1177/15579883221139914] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Acute interstitial nephritis (AIN) is a relevant cause of acute renal failure. Drugs are the predominant cause, followed by infections and idiopathic lesions. AIN, as a form of hypersensitivity reaction, is an uncommon manifestation in the setting of human parasitic infections. We report a case of a polyparasitic infection (Giardia lamblia, Entamoeba coli, and Endolimax nana) resulting in a severe biopsy-proven AIN in a 61-year-old male patient. Despite the antiparasitic treatment followed by corticosteroid therapy, and during the 6-month follow-up period, the patient remained dialysis-dependent, and he developed autoimmune hemolytic anemia. Extensive search for another infection or neoplasia was negative. Immunological tests were also negative. The resulting hypersensitivity reaction to the triple parasite infection would have led to fatal evolution for the kidneys affected by this unusual type of AIN.
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- Sanda Mrabet
- Department of Nephrology, Dialysis, and Transplantation, Sahloul University Hospital, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of Nephrology, Dialysis, and Transplantation, Sahloul University Hospital, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of Nephrology, Dialysis, and Transplantation, Sahloul University Hospital, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of Nephrology, Dialysis, and Transplantation, Sahloul University Hospital, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of Nephrology, Dialysis, and Transplantation, Sahloul University Hospital, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of Nephrology, Dialysis, and Transplantation, Sahloul University Hospital, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of Nephrology, Dialysis, and Transplantation, Sahloul University Hospital, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of Nephrology, Dialysis, and Transplantation, Sahloul University Hospital, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of Pathology, Farhat Hached University Hospital Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of Pathology, Farhat Hached University Hospital Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of Nephrology, Dialysis, and Transplantation, Sahloul University Hospital, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of Nephrology, Dialysis, and Transplantation, Sahloul University Hospital, Sousse, Tunisia
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Beas R, Montrose J, Montalvan-Sanchez E, Baek JJ, Alkashash AM, Ghabril M. Acute Liver Injury in the setting of Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) Syndrome with Cocaine as suspected culprit agent: A case report. Clin Res Hepatol Gastroenterol 2022; 46:102023. [PMID: 36126865 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinre.2022.102023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2022] [Revised: 09/14/2022] [Accepted: 09/15/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Response (DRESS) syndrome is a rare hypersensitivity reaction characterized by rash, fever, lymphadenopathy, and visceral involvement. The liver is frequently involved in DRESS, with increased liver enzymes and hepatomegaly. Over 40 drugs have been implicated in the induction of DRESS, however other illicit substances have also been linked to this. Prompt identification of this syndrome is imperative for management. We report the case of patient presenting with acute liver injury and eosinophilia, who developed a rash meeting criterion for DRESS, with Cocaine as the suspected culprit agent, and was successfully treated with conservative measures.
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- Renato Beas
- Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, United States
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- Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, United States
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- Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, United States
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- Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, United States; Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, United States.
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Bellón T, Lerma V, Guijarro J, Ramírez E, Martínez C, Escudero C, Fiandor AM, Barranco R, de Barrio M, de Abajo F, Cabañas R. LTT and HLA testing as diagnostic tools in Spanish vancomycin-induced DRESS cases: A case-control study. Front Pharmacol 2022; 13:959321. [PMID: 36339612 PMCID: PMC9631441 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.959321] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2022] [Accepted: 10/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) is a severe T-cell-mediated off-target adverse reaction. DRESS cases caused by vancomycin have often been reported. The HLA-A*32:01 allele has been associated with genetic susceptibility to vancomycin-induced DRESS in US citizens of European descent. We have analyzed the association of the HLA-A*32:01 allele in 14 Spanish DRESS cases in which vancomycin was suspected as the culprit drug, and the lymphocyte transformation test (LTT) as an in vitro assay to evaluate vancomycin sensitization. The results were compared to vancomycin-tolerant control donors. LTT was performed in 12 DRESS cases with PBMCs from resolution samples available and in a group of 12 tolerant donors. ROC curves determined that LTT is a suitable tool to identify patients sensitized to vancomycin (AUC = 0.9646; p < 0.0001). When a stimulation index >3 was regarded as a positive result, contingency tables determined 91% sensitivity, 91.67% specificity, 91% positive predictive value, and 91.67% negative predictive value (p = 0.0001, Fisher’s exact test). The HLA A*32:01 allele was determined by an allele-specific PCR assay in 14 cases and 25 tolerant controls. Among the DRESS cases, five carriers were identified (35.7%), while it was detected in only one (4%) of the tolerant donors, [odds ratio (OR) = 13.33; 95% CI: 1.364–130.3; p = 0.016]. The strength of the association increased when only cases with positive LTT to vancomycin were considered (OR = 24.0; 95% CI: 2.28–252.6; p = 4.0 × 10−3). Our results confirm the association of the risk allele HLA-A*32:01 with vancomycin-induced DRESS in Spanish cases, and support LTT as a reliable tool to determine vancomycin sensitization.
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- Teresa Bellón
- Drug Hypersensitivity Laboratory, Institute for Health Research Hospital Universitario La Paz (IdiPaz), Madrid, Spain
- *Correspondence: Teresa Bellón,
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- Clinical Pharmacology Unit, Hospital Universitario Príncipe de Asturias, Madrid, Spain
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of Alcalá (IRYCIS), Madrid, Spain
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- Clinical Pharmacology Department, Hospital Universitario La Paz-Carlos III-Cantoblanco, IdiPAZ, School of Medicine, Autonomous University of Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- Clinical Pharmacology Department, Hospital Universitario La Paz-Carlos III-Cantoblanco, IdiPAZ, School of Medicine, Autonomous University of Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- Drug Hypersensitivity Laboratory, Institute for Health Research Hospital Universitario La Paz (IdiPaz), Madrid, Spain
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- Allergy Department, Hospital Universitario Niño Jesús, Madrid, Spain
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- Allergy Department, Hospital Universitario La Paz-Carlos III-Cantoblanco, Madrid, Spain
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- Allergy Department, Hospital Universitario Doce de Octubre, Madrid, Spain
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- Clinical Pharmacology Unit, Hospital Universitario Príncipe de Asturias, Madrid, Spain
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of Alcalá (IRYCIS), Madrid, Spain
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- Allergy Department, Hospital Universitario La Paz-Carlos III-Cantoblanco, Madrid, Spain
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Desai AS, Dudzinski DM, Stib MT, Chen ST, Newton-Cheh C, Blumenthal KG, Stone JR. Case 32-2022: A 76-Year-Old Man with Postoperative Cardiogenic Shock and Diffuse Rash. N Engl J Med 2022; 387:1502-1513. [PMID: 36260795 DOI: 10.1056/nejmcpc2201245] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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- Akshay S Desai
- From the Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital (A.S.D.), the Departments of Medicine (D.M.D., S.T.C., C.N.-C., K.G.B.), Radiology (M.T.S.), Dermatology (S.T.C.), and Pathology (J.R.S.), Massachusetts General Hospital, and the Departments of Medicine (D.M.D., S.T.C., C.N.-C., K.G.B.), Radiology (M.T.S.), Dermatology (S.T.C.), and Pathology (J.R.S.), Harvard Medical School - all in Boston
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- From the Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital (A.S.D.), the Departments of Medicine (D.M.D., S.T.C., C.N.-C., K.G.B.), Radiology (M.T.S.), Dermatology (S.T.C.), and Pathology (J.R.S.), Massachusetts General Hospital, and the Departments of Medicine (D.M.D., S.T.C., C.N.-C., K.G.B.), Radiology (M.T.S.), Dermatology (S.T.C.), and Pathology (J.R.S.), Harvard Medical School - all in Boston
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- From the Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital (A.S.D.), the Departments of Medicine (D.M.D., S.T.C., C.N.-C., K.G.B.), Radiology (M.T.S.), Dermatology (S.T.C.), and Pathology (J.R.S.), Massachusetts General Hospital, and the Departments of Medicine (D.M.D., S.T.C., C.N.-C., K.G.B.), Radiology (M.T.S.), Dermatology (S.T.C.), and Pathology (J.R.S.), Harvard Medical School - all in Boston
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- From the Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital (A.S.D.), the Departments of Medicine (D.M.D., S.T.C., C.N.-C., K.G.B.), Radiology (M.T.S.), Dermatology (S.T.C.), and Pathology (J.R.S.), Massachusetts General Hospital, and the Departments of Medicine (D.M.D., S.T.C., C.N.-C., K.G.B.), Radiology (M.T.S.), Dermatology (S.T.C.), and Pathology (J.R.S.), Harvard Medical School - all in Boston
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- From the Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital (A.S.D.), the Departments of Medicine (D.M.D., S.T.C., C.N.-C., K.G.B.), Radiology (M.T.S.), Dermatology (S.T.C.), and Pathology (J.R.S.), Massachusetts General Hospital, and the Departments of Medicine (D.M.D., S.T.C., C.N.-C., K.G.B.), Radiology (M.T.S.), Dermatology (S.T.C.), and Pathology (J.R.S.), Harvard Medical School - all in Boston
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- From the Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital (A.S.D.), the Departments of Medicine (D.M.D., S.T.C., C.N.-C., K.G.B.), Radiology (M.T.S.), Dermatology (S.T.C.), and Pathology (J.R.S.), Massachusetts General Hospital, and the Departments of Medicine (D.M.D., S.T.C., C.N.-C., K.G.B.), Radiology (M.T.S.), Dermatology (S.T.C.), and Pathology (J.R.S.), Harvard Medical School - all in Boston
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- From the Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital (A.S.D.), the Departments of Medicine (D.M.D., S.T.C., C.N.-C., K.G.B.), Radiology (M.T.S.), Dermatology (S.T.C.), and Pathology (J.R.S.), Massachusetts General Hospital, and the Departments of Medicine (D.M.D., S.T.C., C.N.-C., K.G.B.), Radiology (M.T.S.), Dermatology (S.T.C.), and Pathology (J.R.S.), Harvard Medical School - all in Boston
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Idiosyncratic Drug-Induced Liver Injury Associated With and Without Drug Reaction With Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms. Am J Gastroenterol 2022; 117:1709-1713. [PMID: 35862835 DOI: 10.14309/ajg.0000000000001913] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2022] [Accepted: 06/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Immunoallergic drug-induced liver injury (DILI) presenting with features of drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) is a distinct phenotype. We describe the clinical characteristics, hepatitis pattern, severity, complications, and implicated medications in DILI patients with and without DRESS. METHODS Using established criteria, we analyzed DILI registry patients with and without DRESS from 1998 to 2021. RESULTS DILI associated with DRESS (DwD) comprised 179 among 943 cases (19%) of DILI. Compared with the cohort without DRESS, patients with DwD are more often women and have shorter latency, lesser degrees of injury ( P < 0.01), and lower mortality (7.8%) than those without DRESS (16%). Antiepileptic drugs (36%), sulfonamides (19%), antituberculosis drugs (14%), antibiotics (10%), and antiretroviral drugs (8%) account for 87% of the cases of DwD. DISCUSSION A limited number of drugs cause DwD, representing a fifth of patients with DILI. DwD is characterized by lesser degrees of liver injury and mortality likely because of earlier presentation.
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Cucka B, Biglione B, Zhou L, Phillips EJ, Bassir F, Samarakoon U, Rrapi R, Chand S, Wang L, Alvarez-Arango S, Blumenthal KG, Kroshinsky D. Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms in patients hospitalized with COVID-19: a case series from a large US healthcare system. Br J Dermatol 2022; 187:619-622. [PMID: 35700153 PMCID: PMC9350236 DOI: 10.1111/bjd.21706] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2022] [Revised: 06/03/2022] [Accepted: 06/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Bethany Cucka
- Department of Dermatology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Center for Drug Safety and Immunology, Department of Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Division of Rheumatology, Allergy and Immunology, Department of Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Division of Clinical Pharmacology, Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
- Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Division of Rheumatology, Allergy and Immunology, Department of Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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Kumachev A, Andany N, Huang WY, Zipursky JS. A 47-Year-Old Man with Fever and Rash. NEJM EVIDENCE 2022; 1:EVIDmr2200179. [PMID: 38319841 DOI: 10.1056/evidmr2200179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2024]
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A 47-Year-Old Man with Fever and RashA 47-year-old man presented for evaluation of fevers, rash, and diffuse muscle aches. How do you approach the evaluation, and what is the differential diagnosis?
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- Alexander Kumachev
- The Internal Medicine, Infectious Diseases, and Laboratory Medicine Training Programs, University of Toronto
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- The Internal Medicine, Infectious Diseases, and Laboratory Medicine Training Programs, University of Toronto
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- The Internal Medicine, Infectious Diseases, and Laboratory Medicine Training Programs, University of Toronto
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- The Internal Medicine, Infectious Diseases, and Laboratory Medicine Training Programs, University of Toronto
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Muacevic A, Adler JR. Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole-Induced Drug Reaction With Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) Complicated by Acute Liver Failure. Cureus 2022; 14:e30852. [PMID: 36457619 PMCID: PMC9705226 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.30852] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/29/2022] [Indexed: 01/25/2023] Open
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Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) is a delayed adverse drug reaction that is characterized by fever, cutaneous manifestation, enlarged lymph nodes, hematologic abnormalities, and organ involvement. Multiple medications have been reported to cause DRESS with the presentation varying from drug to drug. Some cases are mild and can be managed by stopping the causative agent along with supportive measures; however, other cases can lead to multi-organ failure requiring systemic corticosteroids and organ transplant. Acute liver failure is a rare manifestation of DRESS. We report a patient who had recently completed a course of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole and presented with low-grade fever, diffuse skin rash, eosinophilia, elevated liver enzymes, acute kidney injury, and thrombocytopenia. DRESS was subsequently diagnosed based on history, physical examination, and relatively negative workup for an alternate diagnosis. The patient eventually showed improvement with steroid therapy without the need for a liver transplant. Due to its pharmacogenetic susceptibility, it is essential to recommend avoiding the causative medication for the patient's family members.
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Li JC. Reactivation of Human Herpesvirus (HHV) 6 as Etiology of Acute Liver Injury in Drug Reaction With Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) syndrome: A Case Report. Cureus 2022; 14:e29697. [DOI: 10.7759/cureus.29697] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2022] [Accepted: 09/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Gayfield S, Busken J, Mansur S. Recurrent Leflunomide-Induced Drug Reaction With Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptom (DRESS) Syndrome Despite Prolonged Steroid Taper: A Case Report. Cureus 2022; 14:e29319. [PMID: 36277576 PMCID: PMC9580231 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.29319] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) is a severe adverse drug reaction characterized primarily by nonspecific systemic symptoms such as fever, a classical rash, and eosinophilia. While this is an adverse reaction more often related to medications such as anticonvulsants, many drugs have been reported to be implicated in this event. We report a case of a 35-year-old male who developed DRESS syndrome within one month of beginning leflunomide therapy. Despite treatment with a prolonged steroid taper, he developed a flare-up with transaminitis less than two months after his initial hospitalization. Our patient was managed with steroid pulse therapy and cyclosporine, which resulted in an improvement of symptoms and transaminitis. To our knowledge, only nine previous cases of leflunomide-induced DRESS syndrome have been previously reported.
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Cutaneous adverse drug reactions are undesirable cutaneous changes caused by medications. Drug eruptions can mimic a wide range of dermatoses that include exanthematous (morbilliform), urticarial, pustular, bullous, papulosquamous, or granulomatous lesions, and sometimes these eruptions may present with annular, polycyclic, or polymorphous configurations. The correct identification of a cutaneous drug eruption depends on a high index of suspicion, detailed medication exposure history, chronologic evaluation of the causal relationships between drug exposures and eruptions, and the exclusion of other infectious or idiopathic diseases. Most drug eruptions are annoying but self-limited, usually resolving after the withdrawal of the causative agents. Rarely, patients have severe cutaneous adverse reactions, such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), which are potentially lethal adverse drug reactions that involve the skin and mucous membranes and may also damage internal organs. Prompt recognition of the alarming signs of severe cutaneous adverse reactions and providing adequate treatment may thus be life-saving. We present the main clinical presentations, histopathology, possible implicated medications, and treatment of cutaneous adverse drug reactions that can present in annular configurations.
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- Wei-Hsin Wu
- Department of Dermatology, National Taiwan University Hospital and National Taiwan University College of Medicine, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Dermatology, National Taiwan University Hospital and National Taiwan University College of Medicine, Taipei, Taiwan.
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Kasitinon SY, Nyaundi T, Patel T, Foshee JB. Modafinil-induced drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms syndrome. JAAD Case Rep 2022; 27:131-133. [PMID: 36046806 PMCID: PMC9421082 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdcr.2022.07.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022] Open
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- Stacy Y Kasitinon
- Internal Medicine Department, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas, Dallas, Texas
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- Internal Medicine Department, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas, Dallas, Texas
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- Internal Medicine Department, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas, Dallas, Texas
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- Internal Medicine Department, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas, Dallas, Texas
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Nie Y, Wang H, Dong X, Pan S, Zhang T, Ran J, Zhang Y, Fan J, Zhang L, Wang J. Case report: Drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms syndrome in a patient with anti–interferon-γ autoantibody–associated immunodeficiency. Front Immunol 2022; 13:969912. [PMID: 36072590 PMCID: PMC9441898 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2022.969912] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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A 56-year-old Chinese woman with previous disseminated mycobacterium avium complex infection and recurrent cervical abscesses from Burkholderia cepacia complex visited our hospital. She was diagnosed with adult-onset immunodeficiency (AOID) and tested positive for interferon-γ–neutralizing autoantibody. Ceftazidime was administered as the initial antimicrobial treatment, which was later combined with sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim (SMZ-TMP). She developed drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) syndrome after SMZ-TMP administration and improved after withdrawal of the culprit antibiotic and systemic glucocorticoids treatment. Her cervical infection was eventually cured after combined therapy of long-term antibiotics and anti–IFN-γ autoantibodies (AIGA) titer-lowering treatments including glucocorticoids, rituximab, and plasmapheresis. This is the first case of DRESS syndrome in the setting of AIGA-induced AOID and is worthy of notice.
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- Yuxue Nie
- Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences (CAMS) and Peking Union Medical College (PUMC), Beijing, China
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- Comprehensive AIDS Research Center, Center for Infectious Diseases Research, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Structural Biology, School of Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences (CAMS) and Peking Union Medical College (PUMC), Beijing, China
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- Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences (CAMS) and Peking Union Medical College (PUMC), Beijing, China
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- Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences (CAMS) and Peking Union Medical College (PUMC), Beijing, China
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- Heart Failure Center, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences (CAMS) and Peking Union Medical College (PUMC), Beijing, China
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- Department of International Medical Service, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences (CAMS) and Peking Union Medical College (PUMC), Beijing, China
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- Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences (CAMS) and Peking Union Medical College (PUMC), Beijing, China
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- Comprehensive AIDS Research Center, Center for Infectious Diseases Research, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Structural Biology, School of Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences (CAMS) and Peking Union Medical College (PUMC), Beijing, China
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Liu Q, Zhao S, Chen W. Clinical features, treatment outcomes and prognostic factors of allopurinol-induced DRESS in 52 patients. J Clin Pharm Ther 2022; 47:1368-1378. [PMID: 35971667 DOI: 10.1111/jcpt.13667] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2021] [Revised: 02/10/2022] [Accepted: 02/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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WHAT IS KNOWN AND OBJECTIVE Allopurinol-induced drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) is a rare but serious and potentially life-threatening drug hypersensitivity syndrome. In this study, we aimed to investigate the clinical features, treatment outcomes, and prognostic factors of allopurinol-induced DRESS. METHODS Case reports of allopurinol-induced DRESS published by China from January 2000 to August 2021 were retrieved from CNKI, Wan Fang, VIP, and PubMed databases for analysis. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION This study included 52 patients, consisting of 41 (78.8%) males and 11 (21.2%) females (M:F = 3.7:1). The mean of age was 56.1 ± 17.1 years (range: 18-86 years). The mean of latency periods was 24.6 ± 15.0 days (range:1-63 days). Most patients presented with fever, cutaneous eruption, eosinophilia, lymphadenopathy, and facial edema. 36/52 (69.2%) patients showed two or more internal organs involved. Liver and kidney injuries were the most common visceral manifestation. Pulmonary involvement (34.6%), cardiac involvement (25.0%) and gastrointestinal involvement (21.2%) were relatively less known but severe complications. 2/52 (3.8%) patients showed nervous system involved, presenting as leukoencephalopathy or peripheral neuropathy. 2/52 (3.8%) patients presented with secondary hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis.1/52 (1.9%) patient developed pure red cell aplasia and 1/52 (1.9%) patient developed painless thyroiditis. HLA*B 58:01 allele was tested in 18/52 (34.6%) patients. 16/18 (88.9%) cases were positive. 48/52 (92.3%) patients were treated with systemic corticosteroids. 16/52 (30.8%) patients were cured, 23/52 (44.2%) patients received partial recovery, and 13/52 (25.0%) patients were died. Septic shock, gastrointestinal bleeding and multiple organ failure were the leading causes of death. Advanced age, underlying cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease and high dose of allopurinol, infection and internal organ involvement (including kidney, heart, lung and gastrointestinal tract) were risk factors for death. WHAT IS NEW AND CONCLUSION We explored clinical features, treatment outcomes and prognostic factors of 52 allopurinol-induced DRESS cases in China. Ethnicity, especially Han Chinese, and positive HLA-B*58:01 allele are the clearest risk factors so far. Advanced age, underlying cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease and high dose of allopurinol, infection and internal organ involvement (including kidney, heart, lung and gastrointestinal tract) were associated with poorer outcomes. Early identification and discontinuation of the causative drug are crucial to the management of DRESS. For patients with severe disease, corticosteroids are recommended as the first-line therapy. However, further studies are needed to address diagnostic criteria of DRESS for early diagnosis, as well as to develop standardized corticosteroid treatment regimens.
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- Qianling Liu
- Department of Nephrology, Key Laboratory of Nephrology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Ministry of Health and Guangdong Province, Guangzhou, P.R. China.,Department of Nephrology, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, P.R. China
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- Department of Nephrology, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, P.R. China
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- Department of Nephrology, Key Laboratory of Nephrology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Ministry of Health and Guangdong Province, Guangzhou, P.R. China
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Functional and structural characteristics of HLA-B*13:01-mediated specific T cells reaction in dapsone-induced drug hypersensitivity. J Biomed Sci 2022; 29:58. [PMID: 35964029 PMCID: PMC9375929 DOI: 10.1186/s12929-022-00845-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2022] [Accepted: 08/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Severe cutaneous adverse drug reactions (SCARs) are a group of serious clinical conditions caused by immune reaction to certain drugs. The allelic variance of human leukocyte antigens of HLA-B*13:01 has been strongly associated with hypersensitivities induced by dapsone (DDS). T-cell receptor mediated activation of cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTLs) has also been suggested to play an essential role in pathogenesis of SCARs. However, HLA-B*13:01-DDS-TCR immune synapse that plays role in drug-induced hypersensitivity syndrome (DIHS) associated T cells activation remains uncharacterized. METHODS To investigate the molecular mechanisms for HLA-B*13:01 in the pathogenesis of Dapsone-induced drug hypersensitivity (DDS-DIHS), we performed crystallization and expanded drug-specific CTLs to analyze the pathological role of DDS-DIHS. RESULTS Results showed the crystal structure of HLA-B*13:01-beta-2-microglobulin (β2M) complex at 1.5 Å resolution and performed mutation assays demonstrating that I118 or I119, and R121 of HLA-B*13:01 were the key residues that mediate the binding of DDS. Subsequent single-cell TCR and RNA sequencing indicated that TCRs composed of paired TRAV12-3/TRBV28 clonotype with shared CDR3 region specifically recognize HLA-B*13:01-DDS complex to trigger inflammatory cytokines associated with DDS-DIHS. CONCLUSION Our study identified the novel p-i-HLA/TCR as the model of interaction between HLA-B*13:01, DDS and the clonotype-specific TCR in DDS-DIHS.
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Krivda LK, Campagna LJ, Mignano MS, Cho CS. Prolonged Drug-Induced Hypersensitivity Syndrome/DRESS With Alopecia Areata and Autoimmune Thyroiditis. Fed Pract 2022; 39:350-354. [PMID: 36425806 PMCID: PMC9652029 DOI: 10.12788/fp.0289] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Drug-induced hypersensitivity syndrome (DIHS), also called drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) syndrome, is a potentially fatal drug-induced hypersensitivity reaction that is characterized by a cutaneous eruption, multiorgan involvement, viral reactivation, and hematologic abnormalities. CASE PRESENTATION We present a case of lamotrigine-associated DIHS/DRESS complicated by an unusually prolonged course requiring oral corticosteroids and narrow-band ultraviolet B treatment and with development of extensive alopecia areata and autoimmune thyroiditis. CONCLUSIONS DIHS/DRESS is a severe cutaneous adverse reaction that may require prolonged treatment until symptoms resolve. Oral corticosteroids are the mainstay of treatment, but long-term use is associated with significant adverse effects. Alternative therapies, such as cyclosporine, look promising, but further studies are needed to determine safety profile and efficacy. DIHS/DRESS patients also should be educated and followed for potential autoimmune sequelae.
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- Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, Maryland
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- Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, Maryland
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Zhang Y, Wang X, Cheng Y, Wang X, Zhang Y. A typical presentation of moxifloxacin-induced DRESS syndrome with pulmonary involvement: a case report and review of the literature. BMC Pulm Med 2022; 22:279. [PMID: 35854287 PMCID: PMC9297593 DOI: 10.1186/s12890-022-02064-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2021] [Accepted: 07/07/2022] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Background Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) syndrome is a kind of hypersensitivity drug reaction involving the skin and multiple internal organ systems. Moxifloxacin has rarely been reported to be a drug that is associated with DRESS syndrome. Lungs are less frequently involved in DRESS syndrome, but their involvements may herald more serious clinical processes. We present a rare typical case of moxifloxacin-induced DRESS syndrome with lungs involved. Valuable clinical data such as changes in the pulmonary imaging and pulmonary function tests was recorded. This case is important for the differential diagnosis of DRESS syndrome with lungs involved by providing clinical manifestations, CT imaging, pulmonary function tests, and biopsy pathological characteristics. The changes in pulmonary imaging and pulmonary function tests may help us understand the mechanism of DRESS syndrome further. Case presentation We report a case of a 47-year-old woman who was treated with oral moxifloxacin for community-acquired pneumonia. The patient subsequently developed a cough, fever, liver injury, skin rash, hematologic abnormalities, and shortness of breath (SOB) followed by pharyngeal herpes and peripheral neuritis. These symptoms, clinical lab index, and CT scan of the lungs improved after the withdrawal of moxifloxacin. The probability of moxifloxacin-induced DRESS syndrome was rated as “Definite”, with 7 scores graded by RegiSCAR. A literature search was also performed with “fluoroquinolones,” “moxifloxacin,” “ciprofloxacin,” “levofloxacin,” “delafloxacin,” and “DRESS” or “drug-induced hypersensitivity syndrome (DIHS)” as the keywords that were put into PubMed. The overall pulmonary involvement was approximately 9.1% (1/11). It is a rare reported case of DRESS syndrome with pulmonary involvement induced by moxifloxacin. We summarized detailed clinical data, including pulmonary imaging and pulmonary function changes. Conclusion This is a rare reported case of DRESS syndrome with pulmonary involvement induced by moxifloxacin. Prompt recognition and correct diagnosis can promote appropriate treatment and accelerate recovery. This case is important for us as a reference in the differential diagnosis of DRESS syndrome and helps us further understand the mechanism of DRESS syndrome.
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- Yinhong Zhang
- Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Fourth Clinical College of Peking University, No. 31 Xinjiekou East Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100035, China
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- Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Fourth Clinical College of Peking University, No. 31 Xinjiekou East Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100035, China
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- Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Fourth Clinical College of Peking University, No. 31 Xinjiekou East Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100035, China
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- Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Fourth Clinical College of Peking University, No. 31 Xinjiekou East Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100035, China
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- Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Fourth Clinical College of Peking University, No. 31 Xinjiekou East Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100035, China.
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Durak C, Aydemir S, Varol F, Aygün F, Çokuğraş HC. A case of severe DRESS syndrome treated with therapeutic plasma exchange and intravenous immunoglobulin therapy. J Clin Apher 2022; 37:600-605. [PMID: 35838117 DOI: 10.1002/jca.21999] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2022] [Revised: 06/08/2022] [Accepted: 06/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) syndrome in children is a rare adverse drug reaction with skin rash, fever, hematologic abnormalities, and multiorgan involvement. The diagnosis is difficult because of its various clinical presentations, nonetheless is extremely important due to the mortality rate. We describe a 14-year-old boy who developed hypersensitivity to either teicoplanin or meropenem therapy. After failing to improve with corticosteroids, he was successfully treated with therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE). TPE should be considered in the treatment with corticosteroid-resistant DRESS syndrome.
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- Cansu Durak
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology, Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Sancaktepe Sehit Prof. Dr. Ilhan Varank Training and Research Hospital, University of Health Science, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology, Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, Istanbul, Turkey
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Trivedi A, Sharma S, Govindan R. Drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) syndrome in a paediatric patient taking zonisamide. Eur J Hosp Pharm 2022; 29:231-234. [PMID: 33106284 PMCID: PMC9251162 DOI: 10.1136/ejhpharm-2020-002387] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2020] [Revised: 09/09/2020] [Accepted: 09/29/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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We describe the case of an 11-year-old male patient who presented with a new onset of rash after a recent introduction of zonisamide. Drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS syndrome) is a very serious but rare adverse effect of anticonvulsants such as carbamazepine and phenytoin; however, the reported incidence on zonisamide is scant. DRESS syndrome is complex in its presentation. This patient presented with rash, fever, lymphadenopathy, severe skin erythema, oedema and reduced Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS). He was successfully treated with pulsed intravenous methylprednisolone and intravenous immunoglobulin. The patient was discharged home well after a 3-week admission.
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- Ashifa Trivedi
- Pharmacy Department, Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Uxbridge, Greater London, UK
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- Pharmacy Department, Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Uxbridge, Greater London, UK
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- Paediatrics, Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Uxbridge, Greater London, UK
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Lafkih MA, mimouni H, Azizi M, Abderrahim EK, Maarad M, Houssam B, Housni B. A fatal presentation of DRESS syndrome with multiple visceral failure mimicking septic shock. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2022; 79:104110. [PMID: 35860088 PMCID: PMC9289482 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2022.104110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2022] [Revised: 06/26/2022] [Accepted: 06/26/2022] [Indexed: 10/26/2022] Open
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de Filippis R, Kane JM, Kuzo N, Spina E, De Sarro G, de Leon J, De Fazio P, Schoretsanitis G. Screening the European pharmacovigilance database for reports of clozapine-related DRESS syndrome: 47 novel cases. Eur Neuropsychopharmacol 2022; 60:25-37. [PMID: 35635994 DOI: 10.1016/j.euroneuro.2022.04.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2022] [Revised: 04/12/2022] [Accepted: 04/16/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Clozapine-related drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) syndrome is a rare adverse reaction. We aimed to screen a large pharmacovigilance database to identify clozapine-related DRESS cases, even if otherwise reported and provide a clinical overview. We screened spontaneous reports of clozapine-related DRESS syndrome in EudraVigilance database applying the European Registry on Severe Cutaneous Adverse Drug Reactions (RegiSCAR) criteria and scores to identify probable/definite DRESS syndrome cases. Clinical and demographic characteristics of included cases were provided and associations between RegiSCAR scores, and time to develop/recover DRESS were assessed. In a total of 262,146 adverse drug reactions reports for 75,190 clozapine-treated patients, 596 cases fulfilled RegiSCAR criteria; ultimately, 51 cases were rated as probable/definite DRESS according to RegiSCAR scores, of which 4 were previously published as case reports. The mean age of patients was 41.06 years (43.1% females), with 13 patients (25.5%) receiving reported co-medication with other DRESS culprit drugs. Median time between clozapine initiation and DRESS symptoms was 25 days. Clozapine dose was associated with days to develop symptoms (Spearman's ρ 0.40, p = 0.03). Organ involvement was reported in all cases followed by fever (n = 49; 96.1%) and eosinophilia (n = 47; 92.2%). Treatment involved clozapine discontinuation for 37 patients (72.5%), while 3.9% (n = 2) of cases ended fatally. Clozapine rechallenge was undertaken in 25 patients (49.0%). The screening of the EudraVigilance database revealed 47 novel clozapine-related DRESS cases, and only one was originally reported as DRESS. Clozapine-related DRESS may occur with clozapine monotherapy not only during dose titration, but also during maintenance treatment.
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- Renato de Filippis
- Psychiatry Unit, Department of Health Sciences, University Magna Graecia of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, 88100, Italy; Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, Hospital of Psychiatry, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.
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- The Zucker Hillside Hospital, Psychiatry Research, Northwell Health, Glen Oaks, New York, USA; Department of Psychiatry, Zucker School of Medicine at Northwell/Hofstra, Hempstead, NY, USA; Center for Psychiatric Neuroscience, Feinstein Institute for Medical Research, Manhasset, NY, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, Hospital of Psychiatry, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, 98125, Messina, Italy
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- Mental Health Research Center, Eastern State Hospital, Lexington, KY, USA; Biomedical Research Centre in Mental Health Net (CIBERSAM), Santiago Apóstol Hospital, University of the Basque Country, Vitoria, Spain
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- Psychiatry Unit, Department of Health Sciences, University Magna Graecia of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, 88100, Italy
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- Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, Hospital of Psychiatry, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland; The Zucker Hillside Hospital, Psychiatry Research, Northwell Health, Glen Oaks, New York, USA; Department of Psychiatry, Zucker School of Medicine at Northwell/Hofstra, Hempstead, NY, USA
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Sogo A, Horiuchi H, Ueda T, Miyazaki H, Furuya R. Early-Onset Drug Hypersensitivity Syndrome in a Man With Pneumonia Due to Pre-sensitization to Olanzapine. Cureus 2022; 14:e26374. [PMID: 35911368 PMCID: PMC9328836 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.26374] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Chaabane A, Romdhane HB, Fadhel NB, Fredj NB, Ammar H, Boughattas N, Chadly Z, Aouam K. DRESS characteristics according to the causative medication. Eur J Clin Pharmacol 2022; 78:1503-1510. [PMID: 35726027 DOI: 10.1007/s00228-022-03353-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2021] [Accepted: 06/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND To date, no study has identified a clear relationship between drug and a specific clinical presentation of DRESS. OBJECTIVES To investigate the particularities of DRESS and analyze the variation of DRESS pattern according to culprit drugs. METHODS We analyzed cases of DRESS notified to the Department of Clinical Pharmacology at the University Hospital of Monastir over a 15-year period. The statistical study was performed using the comparative and multivariate analysis. RESULTS DRESS was mostly induced by anticonvulsive agents (27%) followed by allopurinol (26.3%) and antibiotics (24%): For anticonvulsive agents, the occurrence of lymphadenopathy was higher, renal involvement was rare and mild, and positive skin tests were more frequent. The allopurinol group was associated with the patient's older age and a lower incidence of lymphadenopathy and kidney injury. For antibiotics, eosinophilia rate was lower, time to recovery was shorter, and RegiSCAR score was low. The multivariate analysis showed a link of allopurinol with severe renal impairment, antibiotics with short latency period and low RegiSCAR score, and anticonvulsants with high propensity of positive skin test. CONCLUSION We report the largest African and south Mediterranean cohort of DRESS and evaluated the usefulness of skin tests in identifying the culprit drug. The prominent finding was that latency period and renal involvement may independently differ according to culprit drugs.
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- A Chaabane
- Service de Pharmacologie Clinique, CHU/Faculté de Médecine, Université de Monastir, Rue 1er Juin 1955, 5019, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Service de Pharmacologie Clinique, CHU/Faculté de Médecine, Université de Monastir, Rue 1er Juin 1955, 5019, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Service de Pharmacologie Clinique, CHU/Faculté de Médecine, Université de Monastir, Rue 1er Juin 1955, 5019, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Service de Pharmacologie Clinique, CHU/Faculté de Médecine, Université de Monastir, Rue 1er Juin 1955, 5019, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Service de Pharmacologie Clinique, CHU/Faculté de Médecine, Université de Monastir, Rue 1er Juin 1955, 5019, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Service de Pharmacologie Clinique, CHU/Faculté de Médecine, Université de Monastir, Rue 1er Juin 1955, 5019, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Service de Pharmacologie Clinique, CHU/Faculté de Médecine, Université de Monastir, Rue 1er Juin 1955, 5019, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Service de Pharmacologie Clinique, CHU/Faculté de Médecine, Université de Monastir, Rue 1er Juin 1955, 5019, Monastir, Tunisia.
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Victor C, Elise R, Benyamine A, Bernard F, Granel B. [A febrile rash]. Rev Med Interne 2022. [PMID: 35659889 DOI: 10.1016/j.revmed.2022.04.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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- C Victor
- Service de médecine interne, hôpital Nord, Assistance publique-Hôpitaux de Marseille (AP-HM), Aix-Marseille université (AMU), Marseille, France
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- Service de médecine interne, hôpital Nord, Assistance publique-Hôpitaux de Marseille (AP-HM), Aix-Marseille université (AMU), Marseille, France
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- Service de médecine interne, hôpital Nord, Assistance publique-Hôpitaux de Marseille (AP-HM), Aix-Marseille université (AMU), Marseille, France
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- Service de médecine interne, hôpital Nord, Assistance publique-Hôpitaux de Marseille (AP-HM), Aix-Marseille université (AMU), Marseille, France
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- Service de médecine interne, hôpital Nord, Assistance publique-Hôpitaux de Marseille (AP-HM), Aix-Marseille université (AMU), Marseille, France.
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(Yusuke Minagawa) 皆裕, (Yoshihiro Hagiwara) 萩祥, (Ayami Sato) 佐綾, (Wataru Kasahara) 笠道, (Takaomi Kobayashi) 小孝, (Kensuke Fujita) 藤健, (Takayuki Ogura) 小崇. 多彩な免疫再構築症候群の症状を呈した重症COVID–19の1例(Various IRIS–like symptoms following severe COVID–19 infection: a case report). NIHON KYUKYU IGAKUKAI ZASSHI: JOURNAL OF JAPANESE ASSOCIATION FOR ACUTE MEDICINE 2022. [PMCID: PMC9347436 DOI: 10.1002/jja2.12716] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) is a severe drug reaction associated with organ failure. DRESS’s pathogenesis is related to immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome (IRIS). We report a coronavirus disease (COVID–19) case with severe pneumonia, wherein DRESS developed as a symptom of IRIS. A 56–year–old man underwent venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV–ECMO) to treat severe COVID–19. He developed ventilator–associated pneumonia and was treated with Meropenem from the third to the sixth day. During treatment, lung abscess caused by multidrug–resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Enterobacter cloacae bacteremia developed, but he was weaned from VV–ECMO within a month. On the 37th day, papules and an erythematous rash appeared throughout his body, and fever, tachycardia, hypotension, and acute kidney injury (AKI) were reported. The condition was diagnosed as DRESS according to the RegiSCAR criteria. Meropenem was suspected as the cause based on the drug–induced lymphocyte stimulation test. The patient’s vitals stabilized, skin rash, and AKI improved after steroid administration. However, generalized herpes zoster and Ramsay–Hunt syndrome developed upon decreasing the steroids; hence, the steroid dose was increased. DRESS and zoster reactivation can occur during severe COVID–19 recovery. Therefore, it is advisable to use steroids appropriately and reduce the dose carefully.
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- 皆川 裕祐 (Yusuke Minagawa)
- 済生会宇都宮病院救急・集中治療科(Department of Emergency Medicine and Critical Care Medicine, Saiseikai Utsunomiya Hospital)
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- 済生会宇都宮病院救急・集中治療科(Department of Emergency Medicine and Critical Care Medicine, Saiseikai Utsunomiya Hospital)
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- 済生会宇都宮病院救急・集中治療科(Department of Emergency Medicine and Critical Care Medicine, Saiseikai Utsunomiya Hospital)
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- 済生会宇都宮病院救急・集中治療科(Department of Emergency Medicine and Critical Care Medicine, Saiseikai Utsunomiya Hospital)
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- 済生会宇都宮病院救急・集中治療科(Department of Emergency Medicine and Critical Care Medicine, Saiseikai Utsunomiya Hospital)
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- 済生会宇都宮病院救急・集中治療科(Department of Emergency Medicine and Critical Care Medicine, Saiseikai Utsunomiya Hospital)
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- 済生会宇都宮病院救急・集中治療科(Department of Emergency Medicine and Critical Care Medicine, Saiseikai Utsunomiya Hospital)
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Stirton H, Shear NH, Dodiuk-Gad RP. Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DReSS)/Drug-Induced Hypersensitivity Syndrome (DiHS)-Readdressing the DReSS. Biomedicines 2022; 10:999. [PMID: 35625735 PMCID: PMC9138571 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines10050999] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2022] [Revised: 04/14/2022] [Accepted: 04/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DReSS), also known as drug-induced hypersensitivity syndrome (DiHS), is a severe, systemic, T cell mediated drug reaction with combinations of cutaneous, hematologic, and internal organ involvement. Pathogenesis of DReSS is multi-factorial, involving drug-exposure, genetic predisposition through specific human leukocyte antigen (HLA) alleles and metabolism defects, viral reactivation, and immune dysregulation. Clinical features of this condition are delayed, stepwise, and heterogenous, making this syndrome challenging to recognize and diagnose. Two sets of validated diagnostic criteria exist that can be employed to diagnose DReSS/DiHS. Methods to improve early recognition of DReSS and predict disease severity has been a recent area of research focus. In vitro and in vivo tests can be employed to confirm the diagnosis and help identify culprit drugs. The mainstay treatment of DReSS is prompt withdrawal of the culprit drug, supportive treatment, and immunosuppression depending on the severity of disease. We present a comprehensive review on the most recent research and literature on DReSS, with emphasis on pathogenesis, clinical features, diagnosis, confirmatory testing modalities, and treatment. Additionally, this summary aims to highlight the differing viewpoints on this severe disease and broaden our perspective on the condition known as DReSS.
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- Hannah Stirton
- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB R2M 3Y8, Canada;
- Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5S 1A1, Canada
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- Temerty Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5S 1A1, Canada;
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- Temerty Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5S 1A1, Canada;
- Emek Medical Centre, Afula 1855701, Israel
- Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine, Technion Institute of Technology, Haifa 3525433, Israel
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Tempark T, John S, Rerknimitr P, Satapornpong P, Sukasem C. Drug-Induced Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions: Insights Into Clinical Presentation, Immunopathogenesis, Diagnostic Methods, Treatment, and Pharmacogenomics. Front Pharmacol 2022; 13:832048. [PMID: 35517811 PMCID: PMC9065683 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.832048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2021] [Accepted: 03/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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SCARs are rare and life-threatening hypersensitivity reactions. In general, the increased duration of hospital stays and the associated cost burden are common issues, and in the worst-case scenario, they can result in mortality. SCARs are delayed T cell-mediated hypersensitivity reactions. Recovery can take from 2 weeks to many months after dechallenging the culprit drugs. Genetic polymorphism of the HLA genes may change the selection and presentation of antigens, allowing toxic drug metabolites to initiate immunological reactions. However, each SCARs has a different onset latency period, clinical features, or morphological pattern. This explains that, other than HLA mutations, other immuno-pathogenesis may be involved in drug-induced severe cutaneous reactions. This review will discuss the clinical morphology of various SCARs, various immune pathogenesis models, diagnostic criteria, treatments, the association of various drug-induced reactions and susceptible alleles in different populations, and the successful implementation of pharmacogenomics in Thailand for the prevention of SCARs.
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- Therdpong Tempark
- Division of Dermatology, Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
- The Pediatrics-Thai Severe Cutaneous Adverse Drug Reaction (Ped-Thai-SCAR) Research Group, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Medicine, Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Laboratory for Pharmacogenomics, Somdech Phra Debaratana Medical Center (SDMC), Ramathibodi Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand
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- The Thai Severe Cutaneous Adverse Drug Reaction (Thai-SCAR) Research Group, Bangkok, Thailand
- Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Skin, and Allergy Research Unit, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of General Pharmacy Practice, Department of Pharmaceutical Care, College of Pharmacy, Rangsit University, Pathum Thani, Thailand
- Excellence Pharmacogenomics and Precision Medicine Centre, College of Pharmacy, Rangsit University, Pathum Thani, Thailand
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- The Pediatrics-Thai Severe Cutaneous Adverse Drug Reaction (Ped-Thai-SCAR) Research Group, Bangkok, Thailand
- Division of Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Medicine, Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Laboratory for Pharmacogenomics, Somdech Phra Debaratana Medical Center (SDMC), Ramathibodi Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand
- The Thai Severe Cutaneous Adverse Drug Reaction (Thai-SCAR) Research Group, Bangkok, Thailand
- Pharmacogenomics and Precision Medicine, The Preventive Genomics & Family Check-up Services Center, Bumrungrad International Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand
- MRC Centre for Drug Safety Science, Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom
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de Filippis R, De Fazio P, Kane JM, Schoretsanitis G. Pharmacovigilance approaches to study rare and very rare side-effects: example of clozapine-related DiHS/DRESS syndrome. Expert Opin Drug Saf 2022; 21:585-587. [PMID: 35417282 DOI: 10.1080/14740338.2022.2066078] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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- Renato de Filippis
- Psychiatry Unit, Department of Health Sciences, University Magna Graecia of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, 88100, Italy
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- Psychiatry Unit, Department of Health Sciences, University Magna Graecia of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, 88100, Italy
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- The Zucker Hillside Hospital, Psychiatry Research, Northwell Health, Glen Oaks, New York, USA.,Department of Psychiatry, Zucker School of Medicine at Northwell/Hofstra, Hempstead, NY, USA.,Center for Psychiatric Neuroscience, Feinstein Institute for Medical Research, Manhasset, NY, USA
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- The Zucker Hillside Hospital, Psychiatry Research, Northwell Health, Glen Oaks, New York, USA.,Department of Psychiatry, Zucker School of Medicine at Northwell/Hofstra, Hempstead, NY, USA.,Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, Hospital of Psychiatry, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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Bartlett BN, Joseph A, Khedr A, Mushtaq HA, Jama AB, Hassan M, Jain NK, Khan SA. Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in a Young Adult Following COVID-19 Infection: A Case Report. Cureus 2022; 14:e24042. [PMID: 35573584 PMCID: PMC9094397 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.24042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2022] [Accepted: 04/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS) after a primary infection with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) was first recognized in 2020 and presents with similar symptoms as Kawasaki disease, toxic shock syndrome, and macrophage activation syndrome/secondary hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis. In children, it is called multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C); in adults, it is termed multisystem inflammatory syndrome in adults (MIS-A). This case offers a unique presentation of MIS in a 20-year-old young adult, who turned 21 years old one week after his presentation. He fits the criteria for MIS-C and MIS-A according to the Centers for Disease Control and World Health Organization, respectively. Initial symptoms in the emergency department included headache, neck stiffness, and fever with diffuse rash. Other symptoms consistent with MIS-C/A developed rapidly later during the course of the disease.
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Martins JC, Seque CA, Porro AM. Clinical aspects and therapeutic approach of drug-induced adverse skin reactions in a quaternary hospital: a retrospective study with 219 cases. An Bras Dermatol 2022; 97:284-290. [PMID: 35379507 PMCID: PMC9133252 DOI: 10.1016/j.abd.2021.06.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2021] [Revised: 06/22/2021] [Accepted: 06/25/2021] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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- Júlia Chain Martins
- Emergency Medicine, Hospital São Paulo, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
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- Department of Dermatology, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Dermatology, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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