Inpatient Pediatric Dermatology Consultation Cases: What Constitutes a "Dermatology Emergency?".
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
8-2026
Identifier
DOI: 10.1016/j.pcl.2026.03.002
Abstract
There are life-threatening pediatric skin conditions in dermatology that require immediate recognition by pediatric clinicians. This article provides a review of these conditions including diagnostic pearls, beneficial testing, and therapeutic approaches. When these diseases are in the differential, a dermatologist should be consulted early to assist with diagnosis and management. There are barriers to accessing pediatric dermatologists that must be addressed to improve outcomes for patients.
Journal Title
Pediatric clinics of North America
Volume
73
Issue
4
First Page
789
Last Page
806
MeSH Keywords
Humans; Skin Diseases; Referral and Consultation; Child; Dermatology; Diagnosis, Differential; Emergencies; Inpatients
PubMed ID
42349980
Keywords
Access; Autoimmune crises; Dermatology consult; Dermatology emergency; Drug reactions; Skin biopsy; Skin infections; Vascular disorders
Recommended Citation
Araya A, Thornton Z, Iqneibi M, Bridges C. Inpatient Pediatric Dermatology Consultation Cases: What Constitutes a "Dermatology Emergency?". Pediatr Clin North Am. 2026;73(4):789-806. doi:10.1016/j.pcl.2026.03.002
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