Descriptions of the natural history of erythema nodosum leprosum to inform clinical classification – A semi-systematic review

The absence of standardised ENL terminology impedes data comparison, meta-analysis, and clinical guideline development. A Delphi consensus process and longitudinal observational studies are recommended to refine, standardise agreed ENL classifications.

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PLoS neglected tropical diseases
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2026-03-23
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https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0014100
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Leprosy Research and Treatment
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Descriptions of the natural history of erythema nodosum leprosum to inform clinical classification – A semi-systematic review

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Descriptions of the natural history of erythema nodosum leprosum to inform clinical classification – A semi-systematic review

Stephen L. Walker, Vivianne L A Dias, Barbara de Barros, Saba M. Lambert, Diana N.J. Lockwood
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Abstract

The absence of standardised ENL terminology impedes data comparison, meta-analysis, and clinical guideline development. A Delphi consensus process and longitudinal observational studies are recommended to refine, standardise agreed ENL classifications.

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