Hypersensitivity reactions to titanium: diagnosis and management.

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  • Megan M Wood
  • Erin M Warshaw
چکیده

Titanium is notable for its biocompatibility and is used as biologic implant material across surgical specialties, especially in metal-sensitive individuals. However, rare cases of titanium hypersensitivity reactions are reported in the literature. This article discusses the properties and biological behavior of titanium and provides a thorough review of the literature on reported cases, diagnostic techniques, and approach to management of titanium hypersensitivity.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Dermatitis : contact, atopic, occupational, drug

دوره 26 1  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 2015