Data complete?
Evaluation appropriate?
Number of findings suggesting a sensitivity to a metal in the implant alloy
Does the patient have a sensitivity to a metal in the implant?
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Purpose: To evaluate a patient with a metallic orthopedic implant for a systemic contact sensitivity to a metal in the implant alloy.
Specialty: Immunology/Rheumatology
Objective: risk factors, response to therapy
ICD-10: T84, T85,