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Indian Journal of Emergency Medicine

Volume  10, Issue 1, January-March 2024, Pages 17-19
 

Case Report

Banana Leaf for Management of Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis

Utsav Anand Mani, Haider Abbas, Mukesh Kumar, Pranay Gupta

1,4 Senior Resident, 2 Head of Department, 3 Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, King George's Medical University, Lucknow 226003, Uttar Pradesh, India.

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.21088/ijem.2395.311X.10124.3

Abstract

Introduction: Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) and Steven Johnson Syndrome (SJS) are severe mucocutaneous reactions. Managing these conditions is challenging, especially in resource-limited settings. This case report introduces a cost-effective treatment approach in a developing country context.

Case Report: A patient in India with TEN/SJS, likely due to homeopathic medication, was treated using autoclaved banana leaves. This innovative method provided pain relief and accelerated wound healing, demonstrating its potential as an alternative treatment.

Conclusion: Utilizing banana leaves for TEN/SJS highlights a novel, economical approach suitable for developing countries. This case underscores the need for further research into such alternatives, especially in regions where standard medical resources are limited or too expensive.

Key Messages: This case report discusses the innovative use of banana leaves for managing Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) and Steven-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), highlighting its affordability and potential benefits in patient care, especially in developing countries with limited access to conventional treatments.


Keywords : Dermatological Emergency; Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis; Steven–Johnson Syndrome; Banana leaf.
Corresponding Author : Utsav Anand Mani