[Recurrent effusion and granulomatous synovitis following total knee arthroplasty in association with latex allergy].

Der Orthopäde
A SchuhT Schmickal

Abstract

An increasing number of articles report about allergic reactions in association with total knee arthroplasty. While most studies focus on allergic reactions to metallic components, few reports exist about reactions to bone cement or its ingredients. Allergy to natural rubber latex is a major occupational problem in the health care sector and a problem even in other occupations in which protective gloves are used. The allergic reaction to latex ranges from a minor skin rash to anaphylactic shock. Preventing exposure to latex is the key to managing and preventing this allergy. We report about a patient who developed recurrent effusion and granulomatous synovitis following total knee arthroplasty in association with latex allergy.

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