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Fig. 1 | Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research

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From: Comparison of 2-octyl cyanoacrylate skin adhesive and interrupted polypropylene sutures for wound closure in total ankle arthroplasty

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a A 64-year-old female developed allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) after applying Dermabond Prineo for wound closure. b Despite wound care using negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) and prolonged intravenous antibiotic treatment, she developed deep surgical site infection (SSI) with wound necrosis. c The patient recovered after repeated debridement and polyethylene liner exchange without implant removal; in addition, a local flap surgery was performed for the accompanying soft tissue necrosis

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