Main description:

Nickel, chromium and cobalt or bone cement might potentially trigger contact allergies and thus in turn lead to implant incompatibility. For the first time a clinical algorithm has been developped for procedures in clinical practice for when an implant allergy is suspected. Algorithm comes as a separate laminated loose insert.

Feature:

Good results and symptom relief by revision with "hypoallergenic" materials

Flowchart for the evaluation of potential allergy in arthroplasty with complications

Back cover:

Nickel, chromium and cobalt or bone cement might potentially trigger contact allergies and thus in turn lead to implant incompatibility. For the first time a clinical algorithm has been developped for procedures in clinical practice for when an implant allergy is suspected. Algorithm comes as a separate laminated loose insert.

Contents:

Introduction.- Diagnostic Steps in Suspected Implant Allergy,- Immuno-allergological Properties of Alumna Ceramics in Vitro and in Vivo.- Immuno-allergological Compatibility of Ceramic Composite Material.- Use of Alternative Materials in Patients with Allergy to Implant Materials and Adverse Reactions to Metal Debris.- Conclusion.- References.