A Delayed Allergic Reaction to Polypropylene Suture Used in Flexor Tendon Repair: Case Report.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.jhsa.2015.03.004.
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Abstract
We report a patient who developed a delayed hypersensitivity reaction to a polypropylene suture used in flexor pollicis longus repair. We also review the literature and aim to increase the awareness of hand surgeons to the presentation, diagnosis, and management of these rare cases.
Medical subject headings
- Finger Injuries
- Hypersensitivity, Delayed
- Polypropylenes
- Sutures
- Tendon Injuries