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Alsharif S
PGY-2 at the Dermatology Residency Program,
Saudi Arabia
Research Article
Laptop Computer Induced Erythema ab igne: A Systematic Review of Case Reports
Author(s): Alsharif S
Alsharif S
Background: Erythema ab igne (EAI) is a localized skin lesion characterized by areas of reticulated erythema and hyperpigmentation. It is caused by prolonged and repeated exposure to infrared radiation.
Methods: We conducted a structured search using online databases to collect case reports and short case series on laptop computer-induced erythema ab igne. We restricted search to those studies involving case reports publication type, but we did not restrict the search by country of publication or publication dates or language.
Results: Records screened were 116, and 94 were excluded through titles and abstract evaluation. Of 22 full-text articles assessed for eligibility, 22 were included in qualitative analysis. Eventually the number of cases analyzed was 22.
There are 22 case reports of laptop induced erythema a.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2155-9554.1000319