Allergic reaction and metal hypersensitivity after shoulder joint replacement

ConclusionsShoulder arthroplasty is a source of metal ion release and might act as a sensitizing exposure. However, patch test positivity does not seem to correlate to hypersensitivity cutaneous manifestations or poor clinical results. Laboratory data showed small constant ion release over time, regardless of gender, type of shoulder replacement and implant used.Levels of evidenceLevel II.
Source: Musculoskeletal Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research