Talcum granuloma L92.3

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Tuberculoid foreign body granuloma caused by talcum (powder base). Formerly frequent after implantation of talcum into the surgical wound by powdered surgical gloves. Today rare event.

Therapy
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If necessary, excision of the granulation tissue.

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Incoming links (1)

Talcum powder;

Outgoing links (2)

Excision; Foreign body granuloma;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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