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  • 1Department of Dermatology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Prosthetics
  • Allergology

Background:

  • Skin complications are common in prosthesis users, with allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) being a frequent issue.
  • The exact prevalence of dermatoses in amputees using prostheses remains undetermined.
  • ACD accounts for one-third of all skin conditions observed in this patient group.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with ACD attributed to mixed dialkyl thiourea found in the rubber components of his prosthesis.
  • Thiourea derivatives are industrial chemicals used in manufacturing chloroprene rubber and in photographic processes.
  • Allergies to thiourea are uncommon, affecting 0.7% to 2.4% of patients undergoing patch testing.

Findings:

  • Patch testing is crucial for diagnosing ACD in prosthesis wearers, utilizing standard allergens and materials from the prosthesis and topical products.
  • The study identified thiourea derivatives as the specific allergens in a case of ACD linked to a below-knee prosthesis.
  • These derivatives are frequently implicated in ACD related to neoprene products like diving suits and medical devices.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of considering prosthesis materials in the differential diagnosis of ACD in amputees.
  • Identifying specific allergens like thiourea derivatives can lead to improved management and material selection for prosthetic devices.
  • Further research into the prevalence and specific causes of skin complications in prosthesis users is warranted.