Esthetic and medical tattooing: Part I: Tattooing techniques, implications, and adverse effects in healthy populations and special groups.
J Am Acad Dermatol
; 2024 Jul 09.
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| ID: mdl-38980248
ABSTRACT
Tattooing, the introduction of exogenous pigments into the skin, has a rich history spanning thousands of years, with cultural, cosmetic, and medical significance. With the increasing prevalence of tattoos, understanding their potential complications and contraindications is of growing importance. The most common complications are hypersensitivity reactions, which may vary in morphology and timing. Infectious complications are often due to inadequate aseptic and hygienic practices during the tattooing process or healing period. Tattoo pigment can present diagnostic challenges, affecting cancer diagnosis and imaging. This CME article explores the history, cultural significance, epidemiology, chemistry, technique, contraindications, and complications of tattoos. Appreciating these factors can help individuals considering tattoos understand the safety and potential risks of their body art, and provide physicians with a thorough understanding of tattooing if consulted.
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J Am Acad Dermatol
Ano de publicação:
2024
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Article
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Israel