Hyperpigmented eczematous reaction at the site of an orthopaedic operation incision
Keywords: Dry skin, Eczematous suture line, Erythematous scaly rash, Fractured femur surgical scar, Hyperpigmentation, Lateral thigh, Leg, Male, Posttraumatic eczema, Skin of colour
Autonomic denervation dermatitis (ADD) is an uncommon localised eczematous eruption around a surgical incision site. It is often associated with cutaneous anaesthesia or hypoesthesia, and may result from iatrogenic nerve damage and autonomic disruption from surgery.
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