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Nikolsky's Sign
Aka: Nikolsky's Sign- Indication
- Technique
- Lateral pressure applied to edge of bulla
- Positive test if bulla extends laterally with pressure
- Suggests Epidermis detaches from skin
- Causes of positive test
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