Anaphylaxis induced by intra‐articular injection of chitosan: A case report and literature review
Shengxin Peng, Yuanhao Liang, Wenshan Xiao, Yang Liu, Mengya Yu, Lei Liu
Abstract
Generally, we consider chitosan being a safe, nontoxic natural polymer with wide clinical applications. However, allergic reactions caused by chitosan have been reported on rare occasions. We report here a case of allergy and perform a literature review.
Topics & Concepts
ChitosanMedicineAnaphylaxisAllergic reactionClinical PracticeAllergyDermatologyImmunologyPhysical therapyOrganic chemistryChemistryContact Dermatitis and AllergiesFood Allergy and Anaphylaxis ResearchAllergic Rhinitis and Sensitization