Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome

ICD-10 Code L00

Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome

Definition

A blistering skin disorder caused by exfoliative toxins produced by Staphylococcus aureus infection. The toxins cause the formation of bullae and diffuse skin desquamation. The lesions may be localized or generalized, far away from the initial site of infection.

Also known as generalised exfoliative disease, generalized exfoliative disease, Ritter disease, Ritter's disease, SSSS, staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
Integumental system Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Skin of body Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0