Recognition and management of dermatologic complications from interventional radiology procedures.
Journal Article (Journal Article;Review)
A variety of dermatologic complications can occur after interventional radiology procedures, including fluoroscopy-induced radiation dermatitis, thermal skin injury from tumor ablation, non-target embolization to the skin, allergic reactions related to interventional radiology procedures, and dermatitis and infections at catheter sites. Yet, interventional radiologists typically lack training in dermatology. This review focuses on recognition of dermatologic complications and introduces basic principles for management of these complications. By taking a more active role in the diagnosis, management, and follow-up of dermatologic complications, interventional radiologists can improve the care for patients suffering iatrogenic skin inury.
Full Text
Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Ramirez, M; Ravichandran, S; Ronald, L; Pabon-Ramos, WM; Smith, TP; Kim, CY; Ronald, J
Published Date
- November 2019
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 100 / 11
Start / End Page
- 659 - 670
PubMed ID
- 31302074
Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)
- 2211-5684
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1016/j.diii.2019.06.007
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- France