Cement burns: a review 1960–2000

Spoo, J.; Elsner, Peter

doi:10.1034/j.1600-0536.2001.045002068.x

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“…2.). W miejscu kontaktu ze skórą w wyniku działania mocnych alkaliów mogą powstać: pęche-rze, zaczerwienienie skóry oraz owrzodzenia (Spoo, Elsner 2001;Winder, Carmody 2002). Roztwory wodorotlenku wapnia mogą usuwać tłuszcze ze skóry, co powoduje jej wysuszenie, odtłuszczenie i kontaktowe zapalenie skóry na skutek drażnienia (Winder, Carmody 2002).…”

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Wodorotlenek wapnia. Dokumentacja dopuszczalnych wielkości narażenia zawodowego

Kupczewska-Dobecka¹

2013

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Wodorotlenek wapnia. Dokumentacja dopuszczalnych wielkości narażenia zawodowego

Kupczewska-Dobecka¹

2013

PiMOSP

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“…Cement burns were previously reported, mostly 20 yr ago [2][3][4][5][6][7][8] . We report another case.…”

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“…They may lead to severe illness needing intensive therapy, as well as significant loss of working time 2) . Cement burns are insidious in onset 2,8,9) .…”

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“…They may lead to severe illness needing intensive therapy, as well as significant loss of working time 2) . Cement burns are insidious in onset 2,8,9) .Most cement-related skin effects are due to allergy 1, 10) . Cement burns are caused due to strong irritation and alkalinity of cement (pH 10-12); other relevant factor is abrasion by abrasive properties of sand, lime, etc.…”

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“…After 12 to 48 h, partial to full-thickness burns characterize the clinical picture 2) . It was identical in our patient.…”

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Caustic Ulcers Caused by Cement Aqua: Report of a Case

Machovcová¹

2010

Ind Health

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Cement is the leading cause of occupational skin disease in the construction industry 1) , mostly due to contact allergy. Cement burns were previously reported, mostly 20 yr ago [2][3][4][5][6][7][8] . We report another case.A 48-yr-old man presented to our department with necrotic lesions on feet, ankles and shanks. Five days ago, he had been in prolonged contact with cement aqua during cleaning transport tank. He admitted spilling of cement aqua over the top of Wellington boots but he continued to wear them for 5 h until finishing work. In the evening, he noticed pain, burning sensations and blisters on described locations. The features progressively worsened; necrosis had appeared two days after contact. The legs became swollen, painful and the patient was not able to walk.Examination showed erythema around ulcers covered with black necrosis (Fig. 1). His vital signs were in the normal range, the physical examination showed no abnormality. Hematological, biochemical finding and results of urinalysis were normal. Sed rate was 80 mm in the first hour. The treatment consisted of mechanical debridement of necrosis, applications of antiseptics, hydrocolloid dressing and analgesics. No skin grafting was necessary. After 2 wk, he had few small types of erosion on both legs, but most skin was healed with scars and hyperpigmentation on the affected area (Fig. 2).Cement burns are an acute ulceration 2-9) . They may lead to severe illness needing intensive therapy, as well as significant loss of working time 2) . Cement burns are insidious in onset 2,8,9) .Most cement-related skin effects are due to allergy 1, 10) . Cement burns are caused due to strong irritation and alkalinity of cement (pH 10-12); other relevant factor is abrasion by abrasive properties of sand, lime, etc. 11) This effect is increased by occlusion due to wet clothes or shoes. A few hours after exposure, burning sensations, pain, erythema and vesicles occur as the initial symptoms. Abstract: Chromium is widely used in various industries including construction sector. Skin contact with cement has been associated with allergic or irritant contact dermatitis. Contact dermatitis is one of the most frequently reported health problems among construction workers. Irritant contact dermatitis from cement ranges from cement burns to cumulative irritant contact dermatitis. Cement burns are rarely reported and are considered a severe form of acute irritant contact dermatitis. They are associated with amateur user working in a short ready-mix timeframe with poor protective measures. They usually result in significant morbidity and initially are associated with minimal discomfort. We report a typical case.

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Dermal Effects of Chemical Exposures

Allnutt¹,

Nixon²

2020

Patty's Industrial Hygiene

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Occupational skin disease is one of the most common work‐related illnesses. It includes a number of disorders, which may be caused by chemical, biological, or physical agents. The skin is the largest organ of the body and performs a number of functions vital for survival. The effect of dermal exposure to chemicals is a growing concern with increasing numbers of chemicals being used across many industries. Exposure may occur via a number of routes. This may lead to acute and chronic disease through direct dermal effects, immune‐mediated dermal effects, and systemic effects. Contact dermatitis is the most common occupational skin disease and results from skin contact with allergens or irritants. Other occupational skin diseases resulting from chemical exposure include skin cancer, pigmentary disorders, acne, and folliculitis. Accurate and timely assessment and management of disease is important to optimize health outcomes and work capacity. Understanding of hazardous chemicals and factors influencing dermal exposure can direct preventive measures which may include substituting materials, using personal protective equipment appropriately, improving personal and occupational hygiene, reducing exposure through engineering controls, and educating to raise awareness. These strategies aim to minimize the impact of occupational skin disease.

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Cement burns: a review 1960–2000

Cited by 54 publications

References 19 publications

Wodorotlenek wapnia. Dokumentacja dopuszczalnych wielkości narażenia zawodowego

Wodorotlenek wapnia. Dokumentacja dopuszczalnych wielkości narażenia zawodowego

Caustic Ulcers Caused by Cement Aqua: Report of a Case

Dermal Effects of Chemical Exposures

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