Stethoscope dermatitis: an unusual presentation.
A medical intern presented with a rash that proved to be an unusual presentation of stethoscope dermatitis, a form of nickel contact dermatitis. The stethoscope as a cause of occupational side effects is reviewed.
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Department of Family Medicine, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107-5099.
D000328:Adult; D009783:Dermatitis, Occupational / Q000209:etiology*; D006326:Heart Auscultation / Q000295:instrumentation*; D006801:Humans; D007396:Internship and Residency; D008297:Male; D009333:Neck / Q000473:pathology*; D009532:Nickel / Q000009:adverse effects
D009532:Nickel