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[Tattoos and dermatological, plastic and visceral surgery]
N Kluger1, V Koljonen, V Blatière
1Department of Dermatology, Allergology and Venereology, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Helsinki, Skin and Allergy Hospital, Helsinki University Central Hospital, Meilahdentie 2, PO Box 160, 00029 HUS, Finlande. nicolaskluger@yahoo.fr
Annales De Dermatologie Et De Venereologie
|May 15, 2012
Summary
Approximately 10% of Europeans have tattoos, with the "tattooed generation" born between 1975-1986. Physicians must prepare for surgical challenges in treating aging tattooed skin, including tattoo removal and lesion excision.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Surgical Oncology
- Plastic Surgery
Context:
- Growing prevalence of tattoos in Europe (around 10%) and France.
- The
- tattooed generation
- born between 1975-1986 represents a significant demographic.
- Typical tattooed individuals are 30 years old with extensive and multiple tattoos.
Purpose:
- To review surgical scenarios involving tattooed patients.
- To prepare physicians for the increasing need to treat tattooed skin.
- To highlight challenges in tattoo removal, lesion excision, and surgical incisions on tattooed skin.
Summary:
- The prevalence of tattoos is significant, particularly among those born between 1975 and 1986.
- A typical tattooed individual is 30 years old, with large and multiple tattoos.
- Physicians will encounter more surgical situations involving tattooed areas as this population ages.
Impact:
- Enhances preparedness for surgical procedures on tattooed skin.
- Improves patient care by anticipating unique challenges.
- Provides a foundation for further research into tattoo complications and management.
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