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==Overview==
==Overview==
'''Palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia''' (PPE) is a swelling and numbness of the hands and feet that occurs with [[chemotherapy]], usually with [[fluorouracil]], [[capecitabine]], [[cytarabine]], and [[doxorubicin]].
Palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE), also known as hand-foot syndrome, is a [[dermatological]] [[Side effects|side effect]] of a number of [[Chemotherapeutic agent|chemotherapeutic drugs]]. In 1974, Zuehlke was the first to describe palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) in a [[patient]] receiving [[mitotane]] for [[hypernephroma]]. A number of different [[Classification|classifications]] have been used for grading the severity of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE). The [[Classification|classifications]] suggested by the [[National Cancer Institute|National Cancer Institute (NCI)]], and the [[World Health Organization|World Health Organization (WHO)]] are the two most commonly used. The exact [[pathogenesis]] of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) is not completely understood. It is thought that PPE is caused by direct [[Toxicity|toxic]] effect of the [[Chemotherapeutic agents|chemotherapeutic drugs]] against [[Keratinocyte|keratinocytes]], [[excretion]] of the [[drugs]] in [[eccrine sweat glands]], or [[Type I hypersensitivity reaction|type I allergic reaction]]. The [[pathological]] features of PPE are non-specific. However, since PPE involves a [[Cytotoxicity|cytotoxic]] [[reaction]] primarily affecting [[Keratinocyte|keratinocytes]], the [[Histopathology|histopathologic]] findings are similar to [[Histology|histologic]] manifestation of direct [[Toxicity|toxic]] [[Reaction|reactions]]. Several different [[chemotherapeutic agents]] have been associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE). Most frequently associated drugs include [[cytarabine]], [[docetaxel]], [[doxorubicin]], [[liposomal]]-encapsulated [[doxorubicin]], [[5-fluorouracil]], and [[capecitabine]]. Palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) must be differentiated from other [[Skin disorder|skin disorders]] that involve [[Hand|palms]] and/or [[Sole (foot)|soles]], such as [[Graft-versus-host disease]], [[contact dermatitis]], [[Plaque psoriasis|palmoplantar plaque psoriasis]], [[dyshidrotic eczema]], and [[Pustulosis|palmoplantar pustulosis]]. Palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) has been reported to occur in 6 - 64% of [[Patient|patients]] treated with different [[chemotherapy]] regimens. However, the exact [[incidence]] of PPE is unknown, as most reports are isolated [[Case report|case reports]] or short [[case series]]. The most common and established [[Risk factor|risk factors]] are [[chemotherapeutic agents]]. The severity of the condition depends on the [[dose]] and frequency of the [[Chemotherapeutic agent|agent]]. There is insufficient evidence to recommend routine [[screening]] for palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. [[Prognosis]] is generally good and [[Symptom|symptoms]] usually resolve within 1 - 2 weeks after stopping the [[Causality|causative]] [[chemotherapeutic agent]]. If left untreated, palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) can progress rapidly. PPE is not life-threatening, but it can be very debilitating and can significantly impair [[quality of life]]. There is no single [[diagnostic study of choice]] for the [[diagnosis]] of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE). PPE is primarily [[Diagnose|diagnosed]] based on the history and [[clinical]] presentation. The most common symptoms of PPE include [[tingling]], burning [[pain]], [[edema]], and [[erythema]]. Less common symptoms of PPE include [[sensory]] [[impairment]], [[paresthesia]], and [[pruritus]]. [[Physical examination]] of patients with PPE depends on the grade of the disease. Determination of [[toxicity]] grading of PPE requires both visual assessment and patient description of [[Symptom|symptoms]]. [[Skin]] findings include [[erythema]], [[edema]], [[hyperkeratosis]], peeling, [[Blister|blisters]], [[bleeding]], and [[Fissure|fissures]]. There are no [[diagnostic]] [[laboratory]] findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. There are no [[ECG]] findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. There are no [[x-ray]] findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. There are no [[echocardiography]]/[[ultrasound]] findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. There are no [[Computed tomography|CT scan]] findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. There are no [[MRI]] findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. There are no other [[imaging]] findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. There are no other [[Diagnosis|diagnostic]] studies associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. [[Dose]] reduction, lengthening the interval between dose administration, and ultimately [[drug withdrawal]] are the most effective strategies. Specific treatment strategies include cooling the [[extremities]] during drug administration, [[vitamin B6]], [[topical]] and [[oral]] [[Corticosteroid|corticosteroids]], and [[topical]] 99% [[dimethyl sulfoxide]]. [[Surgery|Surgical]] intervention is not recommended for the management of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. Avoiding excessive manual work and walking, [[wound]] care to prevent [[infection]], [[limb]] [[elevation]], [[Cold compression therapy|cold compresses]], avoiding extreme [[temperatures]], [[Analgesic|analgesics]], and creams/[[Emollient|emollients]] are suggested to [[Prevention|prevent]], delay onset, and/or decrease the severity of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE). There are no established measures for the [[Prevention (medical)|secondary prevention]] of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.


==References==
==Historical Perspective==
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In 1974, Zuehlke was the first to describe palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) in a [[patient]] receiving [[mitotane]] for [[hypernephroma]].
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==Classification==
A number of different [[Classification|classifications]] have been used for grading the severity of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE). The [[Classification|classifications]] suggested by the [[National Cancer Institute|National Cancer Institute (NCI)]], and the [[World Health Organization|World Health Organization (WHO)]] are the two most commonly used.
 
==Pathophysiology==
The exact [[pathogenesis]] of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) is not completely understood. It is thought that PPE is caused by direct [[Toxicity|toxic]] effect of the [[Chemotherapeutic agents|chemotherapeutic drugs]] against [[Keratinocyte|keratinocytes]], [[excretion]] of the [[drugs]] in [[eccrine sweat glands]], or [[Type I hypersensitivity reaction|type I allergic reaction]]. The [[pathological]] features of PPE are non-specific. However, since PPE involves a [[Cytotoxicity|cytotoxic]] [[reaction]] primarily affecting [[Keratinocyte|keratinocytes]], the [[Histopathology|histopathologic]] findings are similar to [[Histology|histologic]] manifestation of direct [[Toxicity|toxic]] [[Reaction|reactions]].
 
==Causes==
Several different [[chemotherapeutic agents]] have been associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE). Most frequently associated drugs include [[cytarabine]], [[docetaxel]], [[doxorubicin]], [[liposomal]]-encapsulated [[doxorubicin]], [[5-fluorouracil]], and [[capecitabine]].
 
==Differentiating Palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia from Other Diseases==
Palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) must be differentiated from other [[Skin disorder|skin disorders]] that involve [[Hand|palms]] and/or [[Sole (foot)|soles]], such as [[Graft-versus-host disease]], [[contact dermatitis]], [[Plaque psoriasis|palmoplantar plaque psoriasis]], [[dyshidrotic eczema]], and [[Pustulosis|palmoplantar pustulosis]].
 
==Epidemiology and Demographics==
Palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) has been reported to occur in 6 - 64% of [[Patient|patients]] treated with different [[chemotherapy]] regimens. However, the exact [[incidence]] of PPE is unknown, as most reports are isolated [[Case report|case reports]] or short [[case series]].
 
==Risk Factors==
The most common and established [[Risk factor|risk factors]] are [[chemotherapeutic agents]]. The severity of the condition depends on the [[dose]] and frequency of the [[Chemotherapeutic agent|agent]].
 
==Screening==
There is insufficient evidence to recommend routine [[screening]] for palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.
 
==Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis==
[[Prognosis]] is generally good and [[Symptom|symptoms]] usually resolve within 1 - 2 weeks after stopping the [[Causality|causative]] [[chemotherapeutic agent]]. If left untreated, palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) can progress rapidly. PPE is not life-threatening, but it can be very debilitating and can significantly impair [[quality of life]].
 
==Diagnosis==
===Diagnostic Study of Choice ===
There is no single [[diagnostic study of choice]] for the [[diagnosis]] of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE). PPE is primarily [[Diagnose|diagnosed]] based on the history and [[clinical]] presentation.
 
===History and Symptoms ===
The most common symptoms of PPE include [[tingling]], burning [[pain]], [[edema]], and [[erythema]]. Less common symptoms of PPE include [[sensory]] [[impairment]], [[paresthesia]], and [[pruritus]].
 
===Physical Examination===
[[Physical examination]] of patients with PPE depends on the grade of the disease. Determination of [[toxicity]] grading of PPE requires both visual assessment and patient description of [[Symptom|symptoms]]. [[Skin]] findings include [[erythema]], [[edema]], [[hyperkeratosis]], peeling, [[Blister|blisters]], [[bleeding]], and [[Fissure|fissures]].
 
===Laboratory Findings===
There are no [[diagnostic]] [[laboratory]] findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.
 
===Electrocardiogram===
There are no [[ECG]] findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.
 
===X-ray===
There are no [[x-ray]] findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.
 
===Echocardiography/Ultrasound===
There are no [[echocardiography]]/[[ultrasound]] findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.
 
===CT scan===
There are no [[Computed tomography|CT scan]] findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.
 
===MRI===
There are no [[MRI]] findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.
 
=== Other Imaging Findings ===
There are no other [[imaging]] findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.
 
=== Other Diagnostic Studies ===
There are no other [[Diagnosis|diagnostic]] studies associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.
 
==Treatment==
===Medical Therapy===
[[Dose]] reduction, lengthening the interval between dose administration, and ultimately [[drug withdrawal]] are the most effective strategies. Specific treatment strategies include cooling the [[extremities]] during drug administration, [[vitamin B6]], [[topical]] and [[oral]] [[Corticosteroid|corticosteroids]], and [[topical]] 99% [[dimethyl sulfoxide]].
 
=== Surgery ===
[[Surgery|Surgical]] intervention is not recommended for the management of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.
 
===Primary Prevention===
Avoiding excessive manual work and walking, [[wound]] care to prevent [[infection]], [[limb]] [[elevation]], [[Cold compression therapy|cold compresses]], avoiding extreme [[temperatures]], [[Analgesic|analgesics]], and creams/[[Emollient|emollients]] are suggested to [[Prevention|prevent]], delay onset, and/or decrease the severity of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE).
 
=== Secondary Prevention ===
There are no established measures for the [[Prevention (medical)|secondary prevention]] of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Mandana Chitsazan, M.D. [2]

Overview

Palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE), also known as hand-foot syndrome, is a dermatological side effect of a number of chemotherapeutic drugs. In 1974, Zuehlke was the first to describe palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) in a patient receiving mitotane for hypernephroma. A number of different classifications have been used for grading the severity of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE). The classifications suggested by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), and the World Health Organization (WHO) are the two most commonly used. The exact pathogenesis of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) is not completely understood. It is thought that PPE is caused by direct toxic effect of the chemotherapeutic drugs against keratinocytes, excretion of the drugs in eccrine sweat glands, or type I allergic reaction. The pathological features of PPE are non-specific. However, since PPE involves a cytotoxic reaction primarily affecting keratinocytes, the histopathologic findings are similar to histologic manifestation of direct toxic reactions. Several different chemotherapeutic agents have been associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE). Most frequently associated drugs include cytarabine, docetaxel, doxorubicin, liposomal-encapsulated doxorubicin, 5-fluorouracil, and capecitabine. Palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) must be differentiated from other skin disorders that involve palms and/or soles, such as Graft-versus-host disease, contact dermatitis, palmoplantar plaque psoriasis, dyshidrotic eczema, and palmoplantar pustulosis. Palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) has been reported to occur in 6 - 64% of patients treated with different chemotherapy regimens. However, the exact incidence of PPE is unknown, as most reports are isolated case reports or short case series. The most common and established risk factors are chemotherapeutic agents. The severity of the condition depends on the dose and frequency of the agent. There is insufficient evidence to recommend routine screening for palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. Prognosis is generally good and symptoms usually resolve within 1 - 2 weeks after stopping the causative chemotherapeutic agent. If left untreated, palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) can progress rapidly. PPE is not life-threatening, but it can be very debilitating and can significantly impair quality of life. There is no single diagnostic study of choice for the diagnosis of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE). PPE is primarily diagnosed based on the history and clinical presentation. The most common symptoms of PPE include tingling, burning pain, edema, and erythema. Less common symptoms of PPE include sensory impairment, paresthesia, and pruritus. Physical examination of patients with PPE depends on the grade of the disease. Determination of toxicity grading of PPE requires both visual assessment and patient description of symptoms. Skin findings include erythema, edema, hyperkeratosis, peeling, blisters, bleeding, and fissures. There are no diagnostic laboratory findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. There are no ECG findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. There are no x-ray findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. There are no echocardiography/ultrasound findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. There are no CT scan findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. There are no MRI findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. There are no other imaging findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. There are no other diagnostic studies associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. Dose reduction, lengthening the interval between dose administration, and ultimately drug withdrawal are the most effective strategies. Specific treatment strategies include cooling the extremities during drug administration, vitamin B6, topical and oral corticosteroids, and topical 99% dimethyl sulfoxide. Surgical intervention is not recommended for the management of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia. Avoiding excessive manual work and walking, wound care to prevent infection, limb elevation, cold compresses, avoiding extreme temperatures, analgesics, and creams/emollients are suggested to prevent, delay onset, and/or decrease the severity of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE). There are no established measures for the secondary prevention of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.

Historical Perspective

In 1974, Zuehlke was the first to describe palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) in a patient receiving mitotane for hypernephroma.

Classification

A number of different classifications have been used for grading the severity of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE). The classifications suggested by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), and the World Health Organization (WHO) are the two most commonly used.

Pathophysiology

The exact pathogenesis of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) is not completely understood. It is thought that PPE is caused by direct toxic effect of the chemotherapeutic drugs against keratinocytes, excretion of the drugs in eccrine sweat glands, or type I allergic reaction. The pathological features of PPE are non-specific. However, since PPE involves a cytotoxic reaction primarily affecting keratinocytes, the histopathologic findings are similar to histologic manifestation of direct toxic reactions.

Causes

Several different chemotherapeutic agents have been associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE). Most frequently associated drugs include cytarabine, docetaxel, doxorubicin, liposomal-encapsulated doxorubicin, 5-fluorouracil, and capecitabine.

Differentiating Palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia from Other Diseases

Palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) must be differentiated from other skin disorders that involve palms and/or soles, such as Graft-versus-host disease, contact dermatitis, palmoplantar plaque psoriasis, dyshidrotic eczema, and palmoplantar pustulosis.

Epidemiology and Demographics

Palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) has been reported to occur in 6 - 64% of patients treated with different chemotherapy regimens. However, the exact incidence of PPE is unknown, as most reports are isolated case reports or short case series.

Risk Factors

The most common and established risk factors are chemotherapeutic agents. The severity of the condition depends on the dose and frequency of the agent.

Screening

There is insufficient evidence to recommend routine screening for palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.

Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis

Prognosis is generally good and symptoms usually resolve within 1 - 2 weeks after stopping the causative chemotherapeutic agent. If left untreated, palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) can progress rapidly. PPE is not life-threatening, but it can be very debilitating and can significantly impair quality of life.

Diagnosis

Diagnostic Study of Choice

There is no single diagnostic study of choice for the diagnosis of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE). PPE is primarily diagnosed based on the history and clinical presentation.

History and Symptoms

The most common symptoms of PPE include tingling, burning pain, edema, and erythema. Less common symptoms of PPE include sensory impairment, paresthesia, and pruritus.

Physical Examination

Physical examination of patients with PPE depends on the grade of the disease. Determination of toxicity grading of PPE requires both visual assessment and patient description of symptoms. Skin findings include erythema, edema, hyperkeratosis, peeling, blisters, bleeding, and fissures.

Laboratory Findings

There are no diagnostic laboratory findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.

Electrocardiogram

There are no ECG findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.

X-ray

There are no x-ray findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.

Echocardiography/Ultrasound

There are no echocardiography/ultrasound findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.

CT scan

There are no CT scan findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.

MRI

There are no MRI findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.

Other Imaging Findings

There are no other imaging findings associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.

Other Diagnostic Studies

There are no other diagnostic studies associated with palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.

Treatment

Medical Therapy

Dose reduction, lengthening the interval between dose administration, and ultimately drug withdrawal are the most effective strategies. Specific treatment strategies include cooling the extremities during drug administration, vitamin B6, topical and oral corticosteroids, and topical 99% dimethyl sulfoxide.

Surgery

Surgical intervention is not recommended for the management of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.

Primary Prevention

Avoiding excessive manual work and walking, wound care to prevent infection, limb elevation, cold compresses, avoiding extreme temperatures, analgesics, and creams/emollients are suggested to prevent, delay onset, and/or decrease the severity of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE).

Secondary Prevention

There are no established measures for the secondary prevention of palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia.