Clinical factors before or after device implantation in predicting metal hypersensitivity reactions: A retrospective study.

Idy Tam Catherine C Foley Lauren N Ko Peter C Schalock

Published in: Contact dermatitis (2020)

Pre-implant patch testing for selected individuals with a history of metal allergy can help guide implant choice. Post-implant patch testing may be helpful in some patients if other causes have been excluded, as patients with confirmed MHR benefited from revisions.

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