A CLINICO PATHOLOGICAL STUDY OF ERYTHRODERMA AT A TERTIARY CARE CENTER

Erythroderma was first described by Hebra in 1868 , characterized by widespread redness of the skin.It typically presents with extensive erythema and scaling affecting more than 90% of the body surface area. The annual incidence is estimated to be 1 to 2 patients per 1 lakh population. The condition may arise from pre-existing dermatoses, drug reactions, malignancies, or may be idiopathic in origin. Identifying the underlying cause is essential for the effective management of erythroderma. A skin biopsy is a key component of the diagnostic process. Nevertheless, in erythroderma, histopathological features can be subtle and challenging to interpret. The present study is undertaken due to the availability of limited data from this region.