Iatrogenic Cushing syndrome due to topical corticosteroids after skin graft surgery for giant nevus: A case report

Minori Katsura; Takeshi Sato; Kumiko Morita; Tomohiro Ishii; Kazuo Kishi; Tomonobu Hasegawa

doi:10.1111/pde.14910

Iatrogenic Cushing syndrome due to topical corticosteroids after skin graft surgery for giant nevus: A case report

Minori Katsura, Takeshi Sato, Kumiko Morita, Tomohiro Ishii, Kazuo Kishi, Tomonobu Hasegawa

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Iatrogenic Cushing syndrome (ICS) may be caused by exposure to corticosteroid therapy. We report a case of ICS caused by topical corticosteroids applied to the skin after skin graft surgery. We presume that the development of ICS, in this case, was attributed to a combination of skin barrier disruption, usage of high-potency corticosteroids, broad application area/ large quantity of the corticosteroid, and the extended treatment period. Patients may be at risk for ICS after extensive skin graft surgery if large amounts of very potent topical corticosteroids are applied for an extended period to prevent scar formation or relieve itching.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	147-148
Number of pages	2
Journal	Pediatric Dermatology
Volume	39
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1111/pde.14910
Publication status	Published - 2022 Jan 1

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Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
Dermatology

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