Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery
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Case Reports
Flagellate Pattern of Toxic Erythema of Chemotherapy Due to Doxorubicin: A Case Report.
Doxorubicin is an antineoplastic agent frequently used in diverse cancer regimens. Cutaneous adverse effects have frequently been reported with its use. However, a flagellate-like dermatitis is not mentioned in the literature. ⋯ Doxorubicin is a well-known cause of toxic erythema of chemotherapy. As seen in this patient, the investigators suggest that it also be added to the list of causes of flagellate dermatosis.