Localized anagen effluvium and cataract development following an extended fluoroscopic interventional procedure.
The skin and the eyes are prone to radiation-induced injury in fluoroscopic procedures. The degree of injury is related to various exposure and patient-related factors. We report a man who presented with an alopecic patch on the left occipital scalp following an extended fluoroscopically-guided endovascular procedure. He subsequently experienced complete hair regrowth, but was later diagnosed with a cataract in his left eye. To our knowledge this is the first report of both anagen effluvium and cataract development in a patient following fluoroscopic radiation exposure. It is important for dermatologists to be aware of these mucocutaneous side effects of radiation exposure to ensure proper management.
School of Medicine, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR.
Calida
C
Danko
Jason
J
Suszko
Nicole
N
Fett
D000505:Alopecia / Q000209:etiology*; D002386:Cataract / Q000209:etiology*; D057510:Endovascular Procedures; D005131:Eye Injuries / Q000209:etiology*; D005471:Fluoroscopy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D020244:Infarction, Middle Cerebral Artery / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011832:Radiation Injuries / Q000209:etiology; D011855:Radiodermatitis / Q000209:etiology*