Oral corticosteroid bursts and severe adverse events: a critical appraisal

Br J Dermatol. 2021 Mar 19. doi: 10.1111/bjd.20071. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTShort-term corticosteroids are commonly used to treat various dermatoses. Previous study has indicated oral corticosteroids < 30 days duration increased the risk of gastrointestinal (GI) bleedings, fractures, venous thromboembolism and sepsis.1 However, data on the risk of steroid bursts, defined as steroid use ≤ 14 days, remain scarce.PMID:33740829 | DOI:10.1111/bjd.20071

Source: The British Journal of Dermatology - March 19, 2021 Category: Dermatology Authors: S-C Shao L-T Kuo E C-C Lai C-C Chi Source Type: research