Comparative analysis of the prevalence of histopathological findings between DRESS syndrome (drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms) and drug-induced maculopapular rash: a cross-sectional study | Synapse
March 3, 2026Open Access
Comparative analysis of the prevalence of histopathological findings between DRESS syndrome (drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms) and drug-induced maculopapular rash: a cross-sectional study
Key Points
Histopathological findings differ significantly between DRESS syndrome and drug-induced maculopapular rash, indicating distinct underlying mechanisms.
Eosinophilia was notably higher in DRESS syndrome cases, with a significant percentage identified during the analysis.
The analysis employed a cross-sectional design across multiple clinical settings, examining various histopathological samples.
These results suggest the need for tailored diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for these two skin conditions.