A case of contact dermatitis due to ether under general anaesthesia
Turk Otorinolarengoloji Bulteni, vol.3, no.3, pp.201-205, 1978 (Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 3 Issue: 3
- Publication Date: 1978
- Journal Name: Turk Otorinolarengoloji Bulteni
- Journal Indexes: Scopus
- Page Numbers: pp.201-205
- Lokman Hekim University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
Ether is often used to clean the operation field especially in general surgery, neurosurgery and ear, nose and throat surgery. A case of contact dermatitis due to ether under general anaesthesia is presented. A systemic allergic reaction also occurred in this patient. Drug allergies, contact dermatitis and anaphylaxis are briefly reviewed.