Reticular telangiectatic erythema associated with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator

Cutis. 2006 Nov;78(5):329-31.

Abstract

Reticular telangiectatic erythema (RTE) is a skin reaction associated with implantable cardiac devices (ie, pacemakers and cardioverter defibrillators). We present a patient who developed an erythematous patch over the implantable cardioverter defibrillator site. We discuss the clinical features, histologic findings, and patch testing of this entity.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Defibrillators, Implantable / adverse effects*
  • Erythema / etiology*
  • Erythema / pathology
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Telangiectasis / etiology*
  • Telangiectasis / pathology