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Dermatologic surgical implications of allergic contact dermatitis

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Abstract

BACKGROUND. Dermatologic surgery is a common practice among dermatologists; consequently, there is an increased number of exposures to potential contact allergens in the surgical setting. OBJECTIVE. The purpose of this article is to alert the clinician to the most common allergens associated with the use of surgical products. CONCLUSIONS. Increased awareness will lead to early diagnosis and allergen avoidance. © 2005 by the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Inc.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1116-1123
Number of pages8
JournalDermatologic Surgery
Volume31
Issue number9 Pt 1
DOIs
StatePublished - Sep 2005
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

  • Surgery
  • Dermatology

Keywords

  • Allergens
  • Chemistry
  • Humans
  • Surgical Instruments/adverse effects
  • Chemical Phenomena
  • Child, Preschool
  • Adult
  • Female
  • Male
  • Aged
  • Child
  • Dermatitis, Allergic Contact/immunology

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