Nickel hypersensitivity: a clinical review and call to action

Nickel sensitivity is common and increasing in prevalence. This review discusses nickel sensitivity and its association with body piercing and other environmental factors, occupational relevance, and potential implications for implantable metal medical devices. In addition, current European legislat...

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Published in:International journal of dermatology 2010-02, Vol.49 (2), p.115-125
Main Authors: Schram, Sarah E., Warshaw, Erin M., Laumann, Anne
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biological and medical sciences
Body Piercing - adverse effects
Dermatitis, Allergic Contact - diagnosis
Dermatitis, Allergic Contact - epidemiology
Dermatitis, Allergic Contact - immunology
Dermatology
Female
Heart Valve Prosthesis - adverse effects
Humans
Hypersensitivity - epidemiology
Hypersensitivity - immunology
Hypersensitivity - prevention & control
Jewelry - adverse effects
Male
Medical sciences
Needs Assessment
Nickel - adverse effects
Nickel - immunology
Occupational Exposure - adverse effects
Patch Tests
Prevalence
Primary Prevention - organization & administration
Prostheses and Implants - adverse effects
Risk Assessment
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Summary:Nickel sensitivity is common and increasing in prevalence. This review discusses nickel sensitivity and its association with body piercing and other environmental factors, occupational relevance, and potential implications for implantable metal medical devices. In addition, current European legislation that limits the release of nickel from jewelry is highlighted and an argument for similar legislation elsewhere is presented.
ISSN:0011-9059
1365-4632
DOI:10.1111/j.1365-4632.2009.04307.x