Pin site allergic contact dermatitis: an unusual complication of halo fixation

Br J Neurosurg. 2012 Aug;26(4):566-7. doi: 10.3109/02688697.2012.683464. Epub 2012 May 15.

Abstract

We report a case of halo pin site allergic contact dermatitis, a rare complication of halo vest immobilisation (HVI), necessitating device removal. Although uncommon, pin site allergic contact dermatitis should be considered in patients who develop an acute dermatitis within hours to days of HVI application.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Accidents, Traffic
  • Bone Nails / adverse effects*
  • Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / etiology*
  • Fracture Fixation / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Joint Dislocations / surgery
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Neck Injuries / surgery
  • Spinal Fractures / surgery
  • Titanium / adverse effects*
  • Traction / adverse effects*

Substances

  • Titanium