Inpatient management of children with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa: A review
UMass Chan Affiliations
Department of DermatologyDepartment of Pediatrics, Division of Critical Care
Document Type
Journal ArticlePublication Date
2017-09-25Keywords
epidermolysis bullosahealth care delivery
immunobullous disease
quality of life
Dermatology
Pediatrics
Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases
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Recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa is a disorder marked by skin and mucosal blistering after minimal trauma. Even the most routine procedures in the hospital, if done incorrectly, can precipitate extensive skin loss, pain, and scarring. Most providers have little experience working with patients with this degree of skin fragility. When a person with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa is admitted to the hospital, there are multiple considerations to keep in mind while strategizing an effective care plan: avoidance of new blisters with a "hands-off" approach; careful consideration of all indwelling devices; symptomatic management of pain, itch, and anxiety; coordination of dressing changes; aggressive treatment of skin infections; environmental and staffing considerations; and awareness of other chronic complications that affect care, such as anemia, malnutrition, and chronic pain. To minimize discomfort for patients with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa during the hospital stay, inpatient care teams should understand these considerations and modify the care plan accordingly. Prior preparation by the hospital facility and inpatient care team will facilitate the delivery of safe and effective care and greatly improve the overall patient experience.Source
Pediatr Dermatol. 2017 Sep 25. doi: 10.1111/pde.13276. Link to article on publisher's siteDOI
10.1111/pde.13276Permanent Link to this Item
http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14038/43603PubMed ID
28944966Related Resources
Link to Article in PubMedae974a485f413a2113503eed53cd6c53
10.1111/pde.13276