Severe allergic dermatitis after closure of foramen ovale with Amplatzer occluder.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Allergic reaction to nitinol is rarely reported, and its incidence, symptoms, and course have not been clearly defined. We report an occurrence of severe progressive generalized exanthema 3 days after the implantation of an Amplatzer occluder for a patent foramen ovale, with symptoms disappearing immediately after surgical removal of the device 3 months later. The risks and possible prevention of allergic reaction to nickel and especially to titanium are discussed.
Medical subject headings
- Alloys
- Dermatitis, Allergic Contact
- Device Removal
- Foramen Ovale, Patent
- Septal Occluder Device