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The role of patch testing in stasis dermatitis.

D L Shupp1, R K Winkelmann

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota 55905.

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|December 1, 1988
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Stasis dermatitis patients often develop allergic reactions. Patch testing revealed a high incidence of contact hypersensitivity, particularly to neomycin and epoxy resin, suggesting its routine use in diagnosis.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Allergology

Background:

  • Stasis dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition affecting the lower legs.
  • Contact hypersensitivity frequently complicates stasis dermatitis management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the incidence of contact hypersensitivity in stasis dermatitis patients.
  • To identify common allergens responsible for hypersensitivity reactions in this population.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of forty-six patients diagnosed with stasis dermatitis.
  • Inclusion of patch testing as part of the diagnostic work-up.

Main Results:

  • A 60.9% incidence of at least one significant positive patch test reaction was observed.
  • Neomycin and epoxy resin were the most frequent allergens causing positive reactions.

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Conclusions:

  • Patch testing is a valuable diagnostic tool for stasis dermatitis.
  • Routine patch testing should be considered in the evaluation of stasis dermatitis to identify contact hypersensitivity.