Overview
Eczema vaccinatum is a rare but severe complication of smallpox vaccination in individuals with atopic dermatitis, characterized by widespread vaccinia infection triggered by the live virus from the vaccine. 25Diagnosis
Management
Special Populations
Key Recommendations
References
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