Background and objectives: The Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS) and Toxical Epidermal Necrolisys (TEN) are important skin and mucosal lesions that need intensive care treatment. The aim of this article is to show a literature review about SJS and TEN.
Contents: This article reviews the concepts, diagnostic topics, clinical presentation and the principle of basic treatment in Intensive Care Unit for SJS and TEN.
Conclusions: These illnesses are characterized as dermatological emergencies and its adequate management and cares must be part of the routine knowledge of the intensive care doctors.