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Molin S, Brans R, Bauer A, Becker D, Kreft B, Mahler V, Skudlik C, Stadler R, Szliska C, Weisshaar E, Geier J. Associations between tobacco smoking status and patch test results-A cross-sectional pilot study from the Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK). Contact Dermatitis 2024; 91:203-211. [PMID: 38778718 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14593] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2024] [Revised: 05/06/2024] [Accepted: 05/09/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024]
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BACKGROUND Earlier studies suggested a potential association between tobacco smoking and nickel sensitization, but little is known about other contact allergens. OBJECTIVES To investigate the association of smoking status and contact sensitizations as well as subtypes of dermatitis, and to analyse the sensitization profiles of tobacco smokers. PATIENTS AND METHODS Within the Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), we performed a cross-sectional multicentre pilot study comprising 1091 patch-tested patients from 9 departments, comparing 541 patients with a history of cigarette smoking (281 current and 260 former smokers) with 550 never-smokers. RESULTS We could not confirm the previously reported association between nickel sensitization and tobacco smoking. Moreover, sensitizations to other allergens, including colophony, fragrance mix I, Myroxylon pereirae and formaldehyde, were not increased in cigarette smokers compared with never smokers. Hand dermatitis (50.6% vs. 33.6%) and occupational cause (36.2% vs. 22.5%) were significantly more frequent among cigarette smokers compared with never-smokers as shown by non-overlapping 95% confidence intervals. CONCLUSIONS Although our study does not allow a firm conclusion on whether smoking status contributes to certain contact sensitizations, it confirms an association of smoking with hand dermatitis and occupational cause.
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- Sonja Molin
- Division of Dermatology, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine, and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Allergy Center, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technical University Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Erlangen University Hospital, Erlangen, Germany
- Paul-Ehrlich-Institut, Langen, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine, and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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- University Clinic for Dermatology, Johannes Wesling Medical Centre, University of Bochum, Minden, Germany
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- Division of Occupational Dermatology, Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Heidelberg, Ruprecht Karl University Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Centre Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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Deußing M, Ruini C, Daxenberger F, French LE, Hartmann D, Oppel E, Sattler EC. Line-field confocal optical coherence tomography for in-vivo characterization of allergic contact dermatitis and support of the clinical grading: A prospective pilot study. Contact Dermatitis 2024; 91:243-245. [PMID: 38715448 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14578] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2024] [Revised: 04/18/2024] [Accepted: 04/28/2024] [Indexed: 08/13/2024]
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- Maximilian Deußing
- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, LMU University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, LMU University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
- Department of Dermatology, La Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, LMU University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, LMU University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
- Department of Dermatology & Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, LMU University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, LMU University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, LMU University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
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Brans R, Schröder-Kraft C, Gina M, Heratizadeh A, Weisshaar E, Bauer A, Strom K, Skudlik C, Schubert S. Epidemiological case-control study on contact sensitisation in female foot care specialists with occupational contact dermatitis: Patch test data of the Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), 2008 to 2022. Contact Dermatitis 2024; 91:112-118. [PMID: 38840483 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14616] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2024] [Revised: 05/13/2024] [Accepted: 05/22/2024] [Indexed: 06/07/2024]
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BACKGROUND Mainly women work as foot care specialists (FCS). They are at risk to develop occupational dermatitis (OD). OBJECTIVES The objective of this study is to describe the contact sensitisation pattern of female FCS with OD. METHODS In a retrospective study, patch test and clinical data collected by the Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK) from 2008 to 2022 were analysed. Data of 116 female FCS with OD were compared with data of 13 930 female patients with OD working in other professions and 78 612 female patients without OD. RESULTS Hand dermatitis (93.1%) was significantly more common and face dermatitis (0.9%) significantly less common in female FCS with OD compared to other female patients with or without OD. Frequent suspected allergen sources were disinfectants, gloves, leave-on and nail cosmetics. Occlusion and wetness were important co-factors. The most common diagnoses were irritant contact dermatitis (26.7%) and allergic contact dermatitis (21.6%). No sensitisation to any of the baseline series allergens was significantly more frequent in female FCS with OD than in the two control groups. However, sensitisations to allergens which FCS are abundantly exposed to, including fragrances, preservatives, rubber ingredients and disinfectants, were most common. CONCLUSIONS FCS should be aware of the OD risk and prevention should be promoted.
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- Richard Brans
- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm), Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm), BG Klinikum Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany
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- Institute for Prevention and Occupational Medicine of the German Social Accident Insurance (IPA), Institute of the Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany
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- Division of Occupational Dermatology, Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Heidelberg, Ruprecht Karls University Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Allergy Center, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technical University Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- BG Klinik für Berufskrankheiten Bad Reichenhall gGmbH, Bad Reichenhall, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm), Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm), BG Klinikum Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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Schubert S, Oppel E, Bauer A, Schröder-Kraft C, Löffler H, Strom K, Worm M, Brans R, Wagner N, Angela Y, Geier J. Epidemiology of patch tested patients with permanent tattoos-A comparative analysis of 9693 IVDK patients (2020-2022). Contact Dermatitis 2024. [PMID: 39021264 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14632] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2024] [Revised: 06/10/2024] [Accepted: 06/23/2024] [Indexed: 07/20/2024]
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BACKGROUND Permanent tattooing is the invasive introduction of tattoo ink (pigments) into the dermis. The ink and aftercare cosmetics applied on pre-damaged skin may contain skin sensitisers. OBJECTIVES To identify patient characteristics and the pattern of sensitisation in tattooed patients patch tested within the Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK). PATIENTS AND METHODS Comparative analysis of patient characteristics and reaction frequencies to baseline series allergens in 1648 consecutive patients with and 8045 consecutive patients without permanent tattoos. Non-overlapping 95%-confidence intervals were considered as significant. RESULTS Having permanent tattoos was related with female sex, age <40 years, tobacco smoking, atopic dermatitis, (occupational) hand dermatitis and being employed in particular occupational groups (e.g., healthcare workers, mechanics, hairdressers). Sensitisation to nickel was increased in tattooed patients and associated with female sex (OR 4.23 [95%-CI, 3.48-5.18]), age ≥40 years (OR 1.26 [95%-CI, 1.08-1.49]), tobacco smoking (OR 1.19 [95%-CI, 1.01-1.40]) and having permanent tattoos (OR 1.27 [95%-CI, 1.05-1.53]). CONCLUSIONS The association between nickel sensitisation and permanent tattoos is probably confounded by past reactions to pierced costume jewellery. Socio-economic factors most probably contribute to the connection between tattoos, tobacco smoking, occupational or hand dermatitis, and being employed in particular occupational groups.
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- S Schubert
- Information Network of Department of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Centre Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergology, Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Allergy Center, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technical University Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the Osnabrück University and Dermatologic Center, BG Trauma Hospital Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, SLK Hospital Heilbronn, Heilbronn, Germany
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- BG Klinik für Berufskrankheiten Bad Reichenhall gGmbH, Bad Reichenhall, Germany
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- Division of Allergy and Immunology, Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergy, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine, and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Uniklinikum Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital, Johannes Wesling Klinikum, Minden, Germany
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- Information Network of Department of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Centre Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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van Zuuren EJ, Arents BWM, Vermeulen S, Schoones JW, Fedorowicz Z. Global Guidelines in Dermatology Mapping Project (GUIDEMAP)-A systematic review of the methodological quality of contact dermatitis clinical practice guidelines. Contact Dermatitis 2024; 90:543-555. [PMID: 38403277 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14530] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2023] [Revised: 02/11/2024] [Accepted: 02/13/2024] [Indexed: 02/27/2024]
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The Global Guidelines in Dermatology Mapping Project (GUIDEMAP) assesses the methodological quality of clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) for high-burden skin diseases. This review focuses on contact dermatitis. We searched MEDLINE, Embase, PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, Emcare, Epistemonikos, PsycINFO and Academic Search Premier for CPGs published between 1 November 2018 and 1 November 2023. Prespecified guideline resources were hand searched. Two authors independently undertook screening, data extraction and quality assessments. Instruments used were the Appraisal of Guidelines for Research and Evaluation (AGREE) II Reporting Checklist, the U.S. Institute of Medicine's (IOM) criteria of trustworthiness, The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality's National Guideline Clearinghouse Extent Adherence to Trustworthy Standards (NEATS) Instrument and Lenzer's Red Flags. Twenty five CPGs were included, exhibiting heterogeneity in both the topics they addressed and their methodological quality. Whereas the CPGs on management of hand eczema from Denmark, Europe and the Netherlands scored best, most CPGs fell short of being clear, unbiased, trustworthy and evidence-based. Disclosure of conflicts of interest scored well, and areas needing improvement include 'strength and wording of recommendations', 'applicability', 'updating' and 'external review'. Adhering to AGREE II and Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluations (GRADE) enhances methodological quality.
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- Esther J van Zuuren
- Dermatology Department, Leiden University Medical Centre, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Dutch Association for People with Atopic Dermatitis, Nijkerk, The Netherlands
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- Department of Dermatology, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Directorate of Research Policy (formerly: Walaeus Library), Leiden University Medical Centre, Leiden, The Netherlands
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Forkel S, Schubert S, Corvin L, Heine G, Lang CCV, Oppel E, Pföhler C, Treudler R, Bauer A, Sulk M, Kränke B, Schäkel K, Heratizadeh A, Worm M, Witte J, Geier J, Buhl T. Contact allergies to dental materials in patients. Br J Dermatol 2024; 190:895-903. [PMID: 38123140 DOI: 10.1093/bjd/ljad525] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2023] [Revised: 12/09/2023] [Accepted: 12/17/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
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BACKGROUND Concerns regarding contact allergies and intolerance reactions to dental materials are widespread among patients. Development of novel dental materials and less frequent amalgam use may alter sensitization profiles in patients with possible contact allergy. OBJECTIVES To analyse current sensitization patterns to dental materials in patients with suspected contact allergy. METHODS This retrospective, multicentre analysis from the Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK) selected participants from 169 834 people tested in 2005-2019 and registered with (i) an affected area of 'mouth' (and 'lips'/'perioral'), (ii) with the dental material in question belonging to one of three groups (dental filling materials, oral implants or dentures or equivalents) and (iii) with patch-testing done in parallel with the German baseline series, (dental) metal series and dental technician series. RESULTS A total of 2730 of 169 834 tested patients met the inclusion criteria. The patients were predominantly women (81.2%) aged ≥ 40 years (92.8%). The sensitization rates with confirmed allergic contact stomatitis in women (n = 444) were highest for metals (nickel 28.6%, palladium 21.4%, amalgam 10.9%), (meth)acrylates [2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA) 4.8%] and the substances propolis (6.8%) and 'balsam of Peru' (11.4%). The most relevant acrylates were HEMA, 2-hydroxypropyl methacrylate, methyl methacrylate, ethylene glycol dimethacrylate and pentaerythritol triacrylate. Few men were diagnosed with allergic contact stomatitis (n = 68); sensitization rates in men were highest for propolis (14.9%) and amalgam (13.6%). CONCLUSIONS Allergic contact stomatitis to dental materials is rare. Patch testing should not only focus on metals such as nickel, palladium, amalgam and gold, but also (meth)acrylates and the natural substances propolis and 'balsam of Peru'.
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- Susann Forkel
- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology, Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergy, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergy, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, LMU University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Saarland University Medical School, Homburg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Medical Center, Leipzig, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Allergy Center, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technical University Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Münster, Münster, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
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- Department of Dermatology, Ruprecht Karls University, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany
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- Division of Allergy and Immunology, Department of Dermatology and Allergology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology, Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
- Lower Saxony Institute of Occupational Dermatology, University of Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
- Lower Saxony Institute of Occupational Dermatology, University of Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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Geier J, Schubert S, Rieker-Schwienbacher J, Brans R, Weisshaar E, Kränke B, Brockow K, Ruёff F, Recke A, Uter W. Declining frequency of sensitization to fragrance mixes I and II: IVDK-data of the years 2012-2021. Contact Dermatitis 2024; 90:470-478. [PMID: 38146081 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14493] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2023] [Revised: 12/08/2023] [Accepted: 12/11/2023] [Indexed: 12/27/2023]
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BACKGROUND EU Commission Regulation 2017/1410 prohibits using atranol and chloroatranol, the main allergens in Evernia prunastri (oakmoss), and hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (HICC) in cosmetic products. Oakmoss absolute is contained in fragrance mix (FM) I and HICC in FM II which are patch tested as screening mixtures in the baseline series. OBJECTIVE To describe the time trends of reaction frequencies to both FMs as well as to their components in FM-positive patients. METHODS Retrospective analysis of data from the Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), 2012-2021. RESULTS Positive reactions to FM I (FM II) declined from 9.1% (4.7%) in 2012 to 4.6% (3.0%) in 2021. Full breakdown tests were performed in 24% (FM I) and 31% (FM II), respectively, of the mix-positive patients. From this data, frequencies of sensitization to the 14 single fragrances of FM I and FM II were calculated. For the majority, a decline was noted from 2012/2013 to 2020/2021, for oakmoss absolute 1.9%-0.8% and for HICC 1.8%-0.9%. CONCLUSION EU Commission Regulation 2017/1410 was an effective measure. However, our data have some limitations, possibly causing underestimation of sensitization frequencies to fragrances.
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- Johannes Geier
- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Unit for Occupational Dermatology, Department of Dermatology, Ruprecht-Karls University Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergology, Technical University Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, LMU University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Allergology and Venereology, University of Luebeck, Luebeck, Germany
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- Department of Medical Informatics, Biometry and Epidemiology, University of Erlangen/Nürnberg, Erlangen, Germany
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Obermeyer L, Dicke K, Skudlik C, Brans R. Occupational allergic contact dermatitis from 2-butyl-1,2-benzisothiazol-3-one in cutting fluids: A case series. Contact Dermatitis 2024; 90:520-522. [PMID: 38263711 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14503] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2023] [Accepted: 01/12/2024] [Indexed: 01/25/2024]
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- Lara Obermeyer
- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm), Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm), Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm), Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm), Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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Symanzik C, Dicke K, Weinert P, Weisshaar E, Brans R, Skudlik C, John SM, Obermeyer L. Quality of patch testing patient's own material in patients with suspected occupational skin diseases throughout Germany: Interim results of the German Social Accident Insurance (DGUV) research project FB 317b. Contact Dermatitis 2024; 90:291-298. [PMID: 38043569 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14470] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Revised: 10/18/2023] [Accepted: 11/18/2023] [Indexed: 12/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND Due to limited availability of commercial test preparations, patch testing patient's own material (POM) is of great importance to diagnose occupational allergic contact dermatitis. OBJECTIVES To assess the quality of performance and documentation of patch testing with POM in patients with suspected occupational skin diseases (OSD) in Germany. METHODS Retrospective-prospective analysis of protocols of patch tests with POM was conducted between 2013 and 2021 in patients with suspected OSD and submitted to statutory accident insurance institutions. Assessments were done by predefined criteria. RESULTS Three thousand and four patch tests with POM from 460 patients were included. A full description of the POM was provided in 73.3% of all tests. The test concentration, test vehicle and pH value were documented in 74.3%, 70.5% and 42.2% of tests, for which the respective parameters were considered relevant. One hundred and sixty-one positive reactions to POM were documented. In 72%, sufficient patch testing with commercial test substances was conducted to investigate the positive reaction. In 30.4%, consecutive patch testing of all ingredients of the POM was done. CONCLUSIONS The results not only show considerable shortcomings mainly in documentation but also to some extent performance of patch tests with POM in patients with suspected OSD in Germany.
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- Cara Symanzik
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatological Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatological Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatological Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Occupational Dermatology, Department of Dermatology, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatological Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatological Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatological Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatological Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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Dong C, Liu F, Liao Z, Lin L, Wang R, Du J, Huang W. Analysis of Adverse Reactions of Cosmetics in Chinese Han Population in Recent Five Years. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol 2023; 16:2419-2428. [PMID: 37694195 PMCID: PMC10492557 DOI: 10.2147/ccid.s418591] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2023] [Accepted: 08/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/12/2023]
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Background There are still some gaps in the summary and generalization of cosmetic-related adverse reaction reports. Objective The aim of this study is to summarize and analyze the occurrence of cosmetic adverse reactions in Shanghai Han population by using available survey data. Materials and Methods Collection, statistics and analysis of patients with cosmetic adverse reactions in Shanghai Huashan Hospital from 2017 to 2021. Results Among the 1004 patients, most of them (96.71%) were diagnosed as cosmetic contact dermatitis, which often occurred within 3 days of using cosmetics (51.79%). A total of 260 patients were tested with patch test, but the compliance rate was only 18.08%. Among them, 240 patients underwent additional European standard allergen tests, and positive allergens were detected in 210 cases (87.5%). Univariate analysis revealed that dosage form (emulsion and cream), age (≤25 years) and the allergic ingredients triethanolamine, rose oil, propylene glycol, thiomersal and musk ambrette are associated with the occurrence of cosmetic adverse reactions within seven days. A logit prediction model was also successfully constructed: Logit (P) = 1.710-0.796×1 + 1.185×2 -3.650X3-1.335X4. Conclusion This study complements the data reported on cosmetic adverse reactions in the Chinese Han population and suggests that in future clinical diagnosis and data collection, emphasis should be placed on patch testing, combining the patch test with cosmetic protoplast with the European standard allergen test to improve the detection rate.
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- Canbin Dong
- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai Institute of Dermatology, Shanghai, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai Institute of Dermatology, Shanghai, People’s Republic of China
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- Medical Insurance Office of Huashan Hospital Affiliated, Fudan University, Shanghai, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai Institute of Dermatology, Shanghai, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai Institute of Dermatology, Shanghai, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai Institute of Dermatology, Shanghai, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai Institute of Dermatology, Shanghai, People’s Republic of China
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Bauer A, Brans R, Brehler R, Büttner M, Dickel H, Elsner P, Fartasch M, Herzog C, John SM, Köllner A, Maul JT, Merk H, Molin S, Nast A, Nikolakis GD, Schliemann S, Skudlik C, Weisshaar E, Werfel T, Zidane M, Worm M. S2k-Leitlinie Diagnostik, Prävention und Therapie des Handekzems: S2k guideline diagnosis, prevention and therapy of hand eczema. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 2023; 21:1054-1076. [PMID: 37700403 DOI: 10.1111/ddg.15179_g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2023] [Accepted: 06/14/2023] [Indexed: 09/14/2023]
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ZusammenfassungDie S2k‐Leitlinie „Diagnostik, Prävention und Therapie des Handekzems (HE)“ gibt auf der Grundlage eines evidenz‐ und konsensbasierten Ansatzes konkrete Handlungsanweisungen und Empfehlungen für die Diagnostik, Prävention und Therapie des HE. Die Leitlinie wurde auf der Grundlage der deutschen Leitlinie „Management von Handekzemen“ aus dem Jahr 2009 und der aktuellen Leitlinie der European Society of Contact Dermatitis (ESCD) „Guidelines for diagnosis, prevention and treatment of hand eczema“ aus dem Jahr 2022 erstellt. Allgemeines Ziel der Leitlinie ist es, Dermatologen und Allergologen in der Praxis und Klinik eine akzeptierte, evidenzbasierte Entscheidungshilfe für die Auswahl sowie Durchführung einer geeigneten und suffizienten Therapie für Patienten mit Handekzemen zur Verfügung zu stellen. Die Leitlinie basiert auf zwei Cochrane‐Reviews zu therapeutischen und präventiven Interventionen beim HE. Die übrigen Kapitel wurden überwiegend basierend auf nicht systematischen Literaturrecherchen durch die Expertengruppe erarbeitet und konsentiert. Die Expertenkommission bestand aus Mitgliedern von allergologischen und berufsdermatologischen Fachgesellschaften und Arbeitsgruppen, einer Patientenvertretung und Methodikern. Im Rahmen einer Konsensuskonferenz am 15.09.2022 wurden die Vorschläge für die Empfehlungen und Kernaussagen unter Verwendung eines nominalen Gruppenprozesses konsentiert. Der strukturierte Konsensfindungsprozess wurde professionell moderiert. Die vorliegende Leitlinie hat eine Gültigkeit bis zum 22.02.2028.
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- Andrea Bauer
- Klinik für Dermatologie und Poliklinik, Universitätsklinikum Carl Gustav Carus, Technische Universität Dresden, Deutschland
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- Dermatologie, Umweltmedizin und Gesundheitstheorie, Universität Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Deutschland und Institut für Interdisziplinäre Dermatologische Prävention und Rehabilitation (iDerm) an der Universität Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Deutschland
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- Allergologie, Berufsdermatologie und Umweltmedizin an der Hautklinik, Universitätsklinikum Münster, Münster, Deutschland
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- Bochum Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, St. Josef-Hospital, Universitätsklinikum, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Bochum, Deutschland
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- Privatpraxis für Dermatologie und Allergologie, SRH Krankenhaus Gera, Gera, Deutschland
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- Institut für Prävention und Arbeitsmedizin der Deutschen Gesetzlichen Unfallversicherung (IPA), Institut der Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Bochum, Deutschland
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- Universitätskrebszentrum, Universitätsklinikum Carl Gustav Carus, Technische Universität Dresden, Deutschland
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- Fachbereich Dermatologie, Umweltmedizin und Gesundheitstheorie, Universität Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Deutschland und Institut für interdisziplinäre dermatologische Prävention und Rehabilitation (iDerm) an der Universität Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Deutschland
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- Dermatologische Gemeinschaftspraxis, Duisburg, Deutschland
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- Professor für Dermatologie und Allergologie, ehemaliger Direktor der Hautklinik, RWTH Aachen, Deutschland
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- Abteilung für Dermatologie, Fachbereich Medizin, Queen's University, Kingston, Kanada
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- Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, Abteilung für Evidenzbasierte Medizin (dEBM), Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, gemeinsames Mitglied der Freien Universität Berlin und der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie, Allergologie und Immunologie, Städtisches Klinikum Dessau, Medizinische Hochschule Brandenburg Theodor Fontane und Fakultät für Gesundheitswissenschaften Brandenburg, Dessau, Deutschland
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- Dermatologie, Umweltmedizin und Gesundheitstheorie, Universität Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Deutschland und Institut für Interdisziplinäre Dermatologische Prävention und Rehabilitation (iDerm) an der Universität Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Deutschland
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- Berufsdermatologie, Abteilung Dermatologie, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Dermatologie und Allergologie, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, Hannover, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, Abteilung für Evidenzbasierte Medizin (dEBM), Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, gemeinsames Mitglied der Freien Universität Berlin und der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, korporatives Mitglied der Freien Universität Berlin und der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Deutschland
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Bauer A, Brans R, Brehler R, Büttner M, Dickel H, Elsner P, Fartasch M, Herzog C, John SM, Köllner A, Maul JT, Merk H, Molin S, Nast A, Nikolakis GD, Schliemann S, Skudlik C, Weisshaar E, Werfel T, Zidane M, Worm M. S2k guideline diagnosis, prevention, and therapy of hand eczema. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 2023; 21:1054-1074. [PMID: 37700424 DOI: 10.1111/ddg.15179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2023] [Accepted: 06/14/2023] [Indexed: 09/14/2023]
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The consensus-based guideline "Diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of hand eczema (HE)" provides concrete instructions and recommendations for diagnosis, prevention, and therapy of HE based on an evidence- and consensus-based approach. The guideline was created based on the German guideline "Management von Handekzemen" from 2009 and the current guideline of the European Society of Contact Dermatitis (ESCD) "Guidelines for diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of hand eczema" from 2022. The general goal of the guideline is to provide dermatologists and allergologists in practice and clinics with an accepted, evidence-based decision-making tool for selecting and conducting suitable and sufficient therapy for patients with hand eczema. The guideline is based on two Cochrane reviews of therapeutic and preventive interventions for HE. The remaining chapters were mainly developed and consented based on non-systematic literature research by the expert group. The expert group consisted of members of allergological and occupational dermatological professional associations and working groups, a patient representative, and methodologists. The proposals for recommendations and key statements were consented by using a nominal group process during a consensus conference on September 15, 2022. The structured consensus-building process was professionally moderated. This guideline is valid until February 22, 2028.
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- Andrea Bauer
- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technical University Dresden, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany and Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Department of Allergy, Occupational Dermatology and Environmental Medicine, University Hospital Münster, Münster, Germany
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- Bochum Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, St. Josef Hospital, University Medical Center, Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- Privat practice for dermatology and allergology, SRH Hospital Gera, Germany
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- Institute for Prevention and Occupational Medicine of the German Social Accident Insurance (IPA), Institute of the Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- University Cancer Center, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technical University Dresden, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany and Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Professor of Dermatology and Allergology, Former Chairman of the Department of Dermatology, RWTH University, Aachen, Germany
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- Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Queen's University, Kingston, Canada
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, Division of Evidence-Based Medicine (dEBM), Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Departments of Dermatology, Venereology, Allergology and Immunology, Staedtisches Klinikum Dessau, Brandenburg Medical School Theodor Fontane and Faculty of Health Sciences Brandenburg, Dessau, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany and Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Occupational Dermatology, Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, Division of Evidence-Based Medicine (dEBM), Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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Uter W, Hallmann S, Gefeller O, Brans R, Symanzik C, Oppel E, Lang C, Kränke B, Treudler R, Geier J. Contact allergy to ingredients of hair cosmetics in female hairdressers and female consumers-An update based on IVDK data 2013-2020. Contact Dermatitis 2023. [PMID: 37315639 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14363] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2023] [Revised: 05/11/2023] [Accepted: 05/26/2023] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Hair cosmetic products contain several, partly potent contact allergens, including excipients like preservatives. Hand dermatitis in hairdressers is common, scalp and face dermatitis in clients or self-users (summarised here as 'consumers') may be severe. OBJECTIVE To compare frequencies of sensitization to hair cosmetic ingredients and other selected allergens between female patch tested patients working as hairdressers and consumers without professional background, respectively, who were tested for suspected allergic contact dermatitis to such products. METHODS Patch test and clinical data collected by the IVDK (https://www.ivdk.org) between 01/2013 and 12/2020 were descriptively analysed, focusing on age-adjusted sensitization prevalences in the two subgroups. RESULTS Amongst the 920 hairdressers (median age: 28 years, 84% hand dermatitis) and 2321 consumers (median age: 49 years, 71.8% head/face dermatitis), sensitization to p-phenylenediamine (age-standardised prevalence: 19.7% and 31.6%, respectively) and toluene-2,5-diamine (20 and 30.8%) were most common. Contact allergy to other oxidative hair dye ingredients was also more commonly diagnosed in consumers, whereas ammonium persulphate (14.4% vs. 2.3%) and glyceryl thioglycolate (3.9 vs. 1.2%) as well as most notably methylisothiazolinone (10.5% vs. 3.1%) were more frequent allergens in hairdressers. CONCLUSIONS Hair dyes were the most frequent sensitizers both in hairdressers and in consumers; however, as indication for patch testing may differ, prevalences cannot directly be compared. The importance of hair dye allergy is evident, often with marked coupled reactivity. Workplace and product safety need to be further improved.
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- Wolfgang Uter
- Department of Medical Informatics, Biometry and Epidemiology, University of Erlangen/Nürnberg, Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Medical Informatics, Biometry and Epidemiology, University of Erlangen/Nürnberg, Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Medical Informatics, Biometry and Epidemiology, University of Erlangen/Nürnberg, Erlangen, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm), Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm), Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, Osnabrück University, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergology, University Hospital, Munich, Germany
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- Allergy Unit, Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Dermatology, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology and Leipzig Interdisciplinary Center of Allergology (LICA) Comprehensive Allergy Center, University Leipzig Medical Faculty, Leipzig, Germany
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology, University Medical Center, Göttingen, Germany
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John SM, Symanzik C, Skudlik C. [Hand eczema and statutory accident insurance-what you should know for your practice]. DERMATOLOGIE (HEIDELBERG, GERMANY) 2023:10.1007/s00105-023-05138-1. [PMID: 37219622 DOI: 10.1007/s00105-023-05138-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/06/2023] [Indexed: 05/24/2023]
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Since January 1, 2021, recognition of occupational hand eczema as an occupational disease (OD) No. 5101 has been made significantly easier by eliminating the obligation to cease and desist work in the eczema-eliciting job. As a result of this change in OD law, an occupational disease can now also be recognized if the patient continues the (eczema-eliciting) work. This results in a significantly higher liability for accident insurance companies to enable high-quality care for affected patients by the dermatologist-and this, if necessary, in the long term until retirement. The number of recognized OD No. 5101 cases has already increased tenfold (around 4000 cases per year). Work-related hand eczema must be treated as quickly as possible in order to avoid a protracted course of the disease and job loss. Accordingly, those affected should be reported quickly to the accident insurance (dermatologist's report and/or OD notification). After the notification, in addition to the granting of outpatient treatment, the reporting dermatologist has an extensive range of preventive measures available (including skin protection seminars and inpatient treatment). In addition, there are no prescription fees and even basic skin care can be prescribed ("basic therapy"). The extra-budgetary care of hand eczema as a recognized occupational disease is associated with many advantages for the dermatologist's practice and the patient.
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- Swen Malte John
- Abteilung Dermatologie, Umweltmedizin und Gesundheitstheorie, Universität Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Deutschland.
- Institut für interdisziplinäre Dermatologische Prävention und Rehabilitation (iDerm), Universität Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Deutschland.
- Niedersächsisches Institut für Berufsdermatologie (NIB), Universität Osnabrück, Am Finkenhügel 7a, 49076, Osnabrück, Deutschland.
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- Abteilung Dermatologie, Umweltmedizin und Gesundheitstheorie, Universität Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Deutschland
- Institut für interdisziplinäre Dermatologische Prävention und Rehabilitation (iDerm), Universität Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Deutschland
- Niedersächsisches Institut für Berufsdermatologie (NIB), Universität Osnabrück, Am Finkenhügel 7a, 49076, Osnabrück, Deutschland
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- Abteilung Dermatologie, Umweltmedizin und Gesundheitstheorie, Universität Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Deutschland
- Institut für interdisziplinäre Dermatologische Prävention und Rehabilitation (iDerm), Universität Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Deutschland
- Niedersächsisches Institut für Berufsdermatologie (NIB), Universität Osnabrück, Am Finkenhügel 7a, 49076, Osnabrück, Deutschland
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Schubert S, Geier J, Brans R, Heratizadeh A, Kränke B, Schnuch A, Bauer A, Dickel H, Buhl T, Vieluf D, Wagner N, Worm M. Patch testing hydroperoxides of limonene and linalool in consecutive patients-Results of the IVDK 2018-2020. Contact Dermatitis 2023. [PMID: 37177844 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14332] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2022] [Revised: 04/21/2023] [Accepted: 04/27/2023] [Indexed: 05/15/2023]
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BACKGROUND Hydroperoxides of limonene (Lim-OOHs) and linalool (Lin-OOHs) are potent contact sensitizers. OBJECTIVES To investigate the prevalence of positive patch test (PT) reactions to Lim-OOHs and Lin-OOHs in consecutive patients, their demographic factors and concomitant reactions. METHODS Between 7/2018 and 12/2020, Lim-OOHs 0.3% pet. and Lin-OOHs 1% pet. were patch tested in 5511 consecutive patients. We assessed PT reactivity and analysed data from patients with either positive or negative PTs to Lim-OOHs and Lin-OOHs. RESULTS Positive PT results to Lim-OOHs (n = 170, 3.1%) and Lin-OOHs (n = 483, 8.8%) were frequent. Most of the positive reactions were weak (LimOOHs n = 134/LinOOHs n = 429), and even more frequently, doubtful (n = 252/n = 578) or irritant reactions (n = 81/n = 178) were documented. PT reactivity to Lim-OOHs and Lin-OOHs was increased in patients with irritant reactions to sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS). The proportion of leg dermatitis and concomitant positive reactions to fragrances and essential oils was increased in patients with reactivity to these hydroperoxides. CONCLUSION The observed reaction pattern suggests that both test preparations display an irritant potential with an increased risk of false positive reactions. Preparations should be chemically monitored in order to reduce irritancy. Mindful interpretation of PT results and aimed patch testing of lower concentrations is recommended.
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- Steffen Schubert
- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Centre Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Centre Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine, and Health Theory, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Division of Immunodermatology and Allergy Research, Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Venerology, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Centre Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Allergy Center, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technical University Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, St. Josef Hospital, University Medical Center, Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Allergology, Photodermatology and Occupational Dermatology, Dermatologikum Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Erlangen University Hospital, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Erlangen, Germany
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- Division of Allergy and Immunology, Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergy, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany
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Seidl U, Heine G. [Principles of allergy diagnostics]. Z Rheumatol 2023; 82:298-306. [PMID: 37017761 DOI: 10.1007/s00393-023-01343-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/18/2023] [Indexed: 04/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Allergies are frequent and approximately 30% of the general population in Germany are affected. The specific sensitization against an allergen is asymptomatic. On renewed allergen contact the symptoms are indicative of the underlying pathomechanism. A variety of different test procedures are available to identify allergic reactions. OBJECTIVE AND AIM In this review article the typical clinical symptoms of allergic reactions are assigned to mechanisms and possible test methods are presented and discussed. Current developments in recombinant serum diagnostics and cellular testing methods are presented.
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- Ulrich Seidl
- Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, am Universitätsklinikum Schleswig-Holstein Campus Kiel, Arnold-Heller-Str. 3, 24105, Kiel, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, am Universitätsklinikum Schleswig-Holstein Campus Kiel, Arnold-Heller-Str. 3, 24105, Kiel, Deutschland.
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Geier J, Dickel H, Schröder-Kraft C, Gina M, Simon D, Weisshaar E, Lang C, Brans R, Bauer A, Löffler H, Schubert S. 2,4,6-Tris(dimethylaminomethyl)phenol: The allergen which came in from the cold. Contact Dermatitis 2023; 88:316-318. [PMID: 36524787 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2022] [Revised: 11/30/2022] [Accepted: 12/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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- Johannes Geier
- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, St. Josef Hospital, University Medical Center, Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany.,Dermatologic Center, BG Klinikum Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany
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- Institute for Prevention and Occupational Medicine of the German Social Accident Insurance, Institute of the Ruhr University Bochum (IPA), Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Occupational Dermatology, Department of Dermatology, Ruprecht-Karls University Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany.,Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine, and Health Theory, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Allergy Center, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technical University Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, SLK Hospital Heilbronn, Heilbronn, Germany
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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Edwards SK, Bunker CB, van der Snoek EM, van der Meijden WI. 2022 European guideline for the management of balanoposthitis. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2023; 37:1104-1117. [PMID: 36942977 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.18954] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2022] [Accepted: 02/01/2023] [Indexed: 03/23/2023]
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BACKGROUND This guideline is an update to the 2014 edition of the European guideline for the management of balanoposthitis. Balanoposthitis describes inflammation of the glans penis and prepuce and is caused by a range of disparate conditions including infection, dermatoses and premalignancy. OBJECTIVE The main objectives of this guideline are to aid recognition of the symptoms and signs and complications of penile skin conditions and to offer recommendations on the diagnostic tests and treatment for a selected group of these conditions. METHODS The previous guideline was updated following a literature review and priority was given to randomized controlled trial and systematic review evidence. RESULTS The updated guideline includes amended management for infective balanitis to provide clear guidance for Group A streptococcal infections, management of on going Lichen sclerosus (to include circumcision and supportive management to reduce the recurrence of genital herpes and warts), additional regimens for Zoonoid change, use of calcineurin inhibitors in management and risk of premalignancy and change of nomenclaturefrom Premalignant conditions to Penile Intraepithelial neoplasia (PeIN). CONCLUSION Balanoposthitis has a widerange of causes high quality evidence specific to the management of penile disease is not available for all the conditions described.
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Geier J, Brans R, Weisshaar E, Wagner N, Szliska C, Heratizadeh A, Schubert S. Contact sensitization to benzisothiazolinone: IVDK-data of the years 2002 to 2021. Contact Dermatitis 2023; 88:446-455. [PMID: 36861774 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14300] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2023] [Revised: 02/15/2023] [Accepted: 02/25/2023] [Indexed: 03/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Benzisothiazolinone (BIT; CAS no. 2634-33-5) is used as a biocide in various products, including water-based paints, metalworking fluids, and household products. In recent years, increasing sensitization rates have been observed in Europe. OBJECTIVE To describe a time trend of sensitization to BIT, analyse concomitant reactions, and identify patients with increased risk of BIT sensitization. METHODS Retrospective analysis of data from 26 739 patients patch tested with BIT, sodium salt, 0.1% petrolatum as part of several special test series within the Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), 2002 to 2021. RESULTS Positive reactions to BIT were noted in 771 patients (2.9%). Sensitization frequency varied over time and increased in recent years, peaking at 6.5% in 2020. Painters and metalworkers handling metalworking fluids, but not cleaners, had a significantly increased risk of BIT sensitization. From our data, there is no evidence of immunological cross-reactivity between BIT and other isothiazolinones. CONCLUSION The increasing frequency of sensitization justifies adding BIT to the baseline series. More research on the clinical relevance of positive patch test reactions to BIT and the cause for the rising numbers of BIT sensitization is needed. HIGHLIGHTS Frequency of sensitization to BIT has increased in recent years. The increasing frequency of sensitization justifies adding BIT to the baseline series. Painters and metalworkers handling metalworking fluids, but not cleaners, has a significantly increased risk of BIT sensitization. We found no evidence of immunological cross-reactivity between BIT and other isothiazolinones.
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- Johannes Geier
- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany.,Lower Saxony Institute of Occupational Dermatology, University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm), University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany.,Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany.,Lower Saxony Institute of Occupational Dermatology, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Unit for Occupational Dermatology, Department of Dermatology, Ruprecht-Karls University, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital, Friedrich-Alexander University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Division of Immunodermatology and Allergy Research, Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany.,Lower Saxony Institute of Occupational Dermatology, University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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Calle AM, Aguirre N, Ardila JC, Cardona Villa R. DRESS syndrome: A literature review and treatment algorithm. World Allergy Organ J 2023; 16:100673. [PMID: 37082745 PMCID: PMC10112187 DOI: 10.1016/j.waojou.2022.100673] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 22.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2021] [Revised: 06/11/2022] [Accepted: 07/05/2022] [Indexed: 04/22/2023] Open
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Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms, known by its acronym in English as DRESS (Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms), clinically manifests with fever, facial edema, lymphadenopathy, a morbilliform rash, and organ involvement. Laboratory results reveal leukocytosis, atypical lymphocytes, eosinophilia, and alterations of liver and kidney function tests. The actual incidence of DRESS is unknown, because it may vary depending on the type of medication and the immune status of each patient; also, because many cases remain undiagnosed or untreated. The drugs most associated with DRESS include antiepileptics, antibiotics, antituberculosis, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs). Its diagnosis is sometimes made late and can become a challenge. The diagnostic criteria proposed by the international Registry of Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions (RegiSCAR) help to establish the diagnosis through a score system based on clinical and laboratory findings. The first step to identify the culprit is a thorough clinical history that includes all suspects, emphasizing those most known to cause DRESS syndrome according to the context and the literature. A skin biopsy may also be helpful in the diagnostic process. Patch testing is the test of choice to search for the culprit in cases of DRESS. Regarding prognosis, the estimated mortality due to DRESS is 3.8%. The main causes of mortality include fulminant hepatitis and liver necrosis. Several indicators of poor prognosis have been identified and these include an eosinophil count above 6000 × 103/μL, thrombocytopenia, pancytopenia, leukocytosis and coagulopathy. This article aims to review the evidence available regarding the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical and laboratory findings, diagnosis, and treatment of DRESS.
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- Ana María Calle
- Grupo de Alergología Clínica y Experimental (GACE), Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia
- Clinical Allergologist, Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia
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- Grupo de Alergología Clínica y Experimental (GACE), Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia
- Clinical Allergologist Resident, Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia
- Corresponding author. Clinical Allergology Resident, Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia.
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- Grupo de Alergología Clínica y Experimental (GACE), Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia
- Clinical Allergologist Resident, Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia
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- Grupo de Alergología Clínica y Experimental (GACE), Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia
- Clinical Allergologist, Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia
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Elsner P, Schliemann S. Behandlung nach Stufenschema. DEUTSCHE DERMATOLOGIE 2023. [PMCID: PMC9848705 DOI: 10.1007/s15011-022-5700-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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- Peter Elsner
- grid.275559.90000 0000 8517 6224Dermatologie und Allergologie, Universitätshautklinik Jena, Erfurter Str. 35, 07743 Jena, Deutschland
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- grid.275559.90000 0000 8517 6224Dermatologie und Allergologie, Universitätshautklinik Jena, Erfurter Str. 35, 07743 Jena, Deutschland
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Schubert S, Worm M, Dickel H, Wagner N, Brans R, Schröder-Kraft C, Bauer A, Koch A, Geier J. Patch testing shellac in consecutive patients-Data of the Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK) 2021. Contact Dermatitis 2023; 88:77-80. [PMID: 36163611 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14227] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2022] [Revised: 09/21/2022] [Accepted: 09/22/2022] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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- Steffen Schubert
- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Allergy and Immunology, Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, St. Josef Hospital, University Medical Center, Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Erlangen University Hospital, Friedrich-Alexander University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Erlangen, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany.,Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine, and Health Theory, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany.,Dermatologic Center, BG Klinikum Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Allergy Center, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technical University Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergology, Academic Teaching Hospital Dresden-Friedrichstadt, Dresden, Germany
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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Zieglmayer P. [Allergy Diagnostics 2021]. Laryngorhinootologie 2022; 101:673-686. [PMID: 35915906 DOI: 10.1055/a-1856-2765] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/16/2022]
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Allergic diseases are among the most common diseases worldwide. For appropriate management knowledge of the allergy trigger is crucial. The clinical picture of allergic diseases is diverse and correct diagnosis is often a challenge. The allergist needs to distinguish intolerances from allergies and infectious diseases from non-infectious triggers. Test results have to be interpreted accordingly to differentiate sensitizations from allergies. In this review current state of the art diagnostic measures to diagnose type I and type IV allergies are described and discussed.Immediate type allergies such as allergic rhinoconjunctivitis, asthma and anaphylaxis are mediated by allergen-specific IgE antibodies detectable both in serum and tissue. Typical triggers are pollen, mites, animal epithelia, food, insect toxins and pharmaceuticals. In everyday practice, diagnostics are based on three complementary pillars: the allergy-specific anamnesis as a prerequisite of correct interpretation of subsequent diagnostic tests like skin testing and serological immunoglobulin detection. These can be supplemented as required and available by provocation tests to prove clinical reactivity and cellular assays to demonstrate the cellular immune response.Type IV allergic reactions are mediated by T cells causing contact allergy with a local eczematous reaction with a latency of several hours to days. Some 3,500 triggers, often from occupational environment, are known; e. g., nickel, chromium, cobalt, fragrances, rubber, plastics, preservatives, dyes, neomycin, benzocaine, sulfonamides, quinidine, wool wax, perubalsam, eye therapeutics, light filter substances, disinfectants, pesticides, technical oils or plants. Diagnosis of contact allergy combines the history of cutaneous exposure with associated symptoms and patch testing, with detection of a late phase clinical reaction after 6 to 48, up to a maximum of 96 hours after antigen contact.
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Alves PB, Figueiredo AC, Codeço C, Regateiro FS, Gonçalo M. A closer look at allergic contact dermatitis caused by topical ophthalmic medications. Contact Dermatitis 2022; 87:331-335. [PMID: 35715881 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14174] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2022] [Revised: 05/14/2022] [Accepted: 06/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND Allergic contact dermatitis caused by topical ophthalmic medications (OftACD) is frequently difficult to confirm with patch testing and, therefore, it is considered uncommon. METHODS We collected retrospective data from a cohort of 65 patients with suspected OftACD patch tested in our Dermatology Unit (2005-2021) according to ESCD guidelines, using a series of topical drugs and excipients (Chemotechnique Diagnostics), including betaxolol and timolol 5% pet. kindly supplied by the pharmaceutical industry. Also, frequently used ophthalmic medications as well as patient's own products were also patch tested 'as is' in most patients. RESULTS Positive patch tests to ophthalmic medications occurred in 44 patients (67.7%) (38F/6M; mean age 63.1 years), with 102 positive reactions. Most positive reactions were associated with active ingredients (n = 56), especially aminoglycoside antibiotics (n = 27), followed by excipients (n = 24) such as sodium metabisulfite (n = 7). There were also positive reactions to topical products tested 'as is' (n = 22), mostly containing beta-blockers, but only five of these reacted to the active ingredient. DISCUSSION This study reinforces previous findings in OftACD, such as older age of onset, and the importance of antibiotics, contrasting with the progressively lower prevalence of excipients. In addition, it helps raising awareness for the sensitization to beta-blockers, which is probably underestimated. Patch test preparations for the diagnosis of OftACD may require protocol optimization.
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- Pedro Botelho Alves
- Allergy and Clinical Immunology Unit, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Allergy and Clinical Immunology Unit, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal.,Institute of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal.,Coimbra Institute for Clinical and Biomedical Research (iCBR), Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Dermatology Unit, Centro Hospitalar e Universitário de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal.,Coimbra Institute for Clinical and Biomedical Research (iCBR), Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal.,Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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Dickel H, Bauer A, Brehler R, Mahler V, Merk HF, Neustädter I, Strömer K, Werfel T, Worm M, Geier J. S1-Leitlinie Kontaktekzem. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 2022; 20:711-734. [PMID: 35578429 DOI: 10.1111/ddg.14734_g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2021] [Accepted: 01/05/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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- Heinrich Dickel
- Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, St. Josef-Hospital, Universitätsklinikum der Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Bochum
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Dermatologie, Universitätsklinikum Carl Gustav Carus an der Technischen Universität Dresden, Dresden
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- Klinik für Hautkrankheiten, Universitätsklinikum Münster, Münster
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- Paul-Ehrlich-Institut, Bundesinstitut für Impfstoffe und biomedizinische Arzneimittel, Langen
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- Klinik für Dermatologie, Allergologie und Venerologie, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, Hannover
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- Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin
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- Zentrale des IVDK, Universitätsmedizin Göttingen, Göttingen
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Dickel H, Bauer A, Brehler R, Mahler V, Merk HF, Neustädter I, Strömer K, Werfel T, Worm M, Geier J. German S1 guideline: Contact dermatitis. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 2022; 20:712-734. [DOI: 10.1111/ddg.14734] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2021] [Accepted: 01/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Heinrich Dickel
- Department of Dermatology Venereology and Allergology St. Josef Hospital University Medical Center of the Ruhr University Bochum Bochum Germany
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- Department of Dermatology University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus Technical University Dresden Dresden Germany
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- Department of Dermatology University Hospital Münster Münster Germany
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- Paul‐Ehrlich‐Institut Federal Institute for Vaccines and Biomedicines Langen Germany
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- Department of Dermatology RWTH Aachen University Aachen Germany
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- Department of Pediatrics Hallerwiese Cnopfsche Kinderklinik Nuremberg Germany
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- Department of Dermatology Allergology and Venereology Hannover Medical School Hannover Germany
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- Department of Dermatology Venereology and Allergology Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin Berlin Germany
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- Center of IVDK University Medical Center Göttingen Göttingen Germany
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Forkel S, Schubert S, Dickel H, Gina M, Schröder‐Kraft C, Vieluf D, Brans R, Kreft B, Wurpts G, Geier J, Buhl T. The benefit of late readings in patch testing depends both on allergen and patient characteristics. Allergy 2022; 77:1477-1485. [PMID: 34687560 DOI: 10.1111/all.15149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2021] [Accepted: 10/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND Patch test (PT) readings are recommended after 48 h and 72 h (D3). An additional day 7 (D7) reading has been suggested by some, although data on efficient patient selection are scarce. We investigated positive D7 reactions regarding (i) allergens in the baseline series and additional PT series of the German Contact Dermatitis Research Group (DKG) and (ii) characteristics of the patients tested. METHODS Retrospective, multicentre analysis of 190 allergens derived from 17 DKG test series in 4687 patients with an additional D7 reading. Patients were patch tested with the baseline series and additional series, if required. Occurrence of novel D7 reactions as well as increasing skin reactions from D3 to D7 was analysed separately. RESULTS Depending on the allergen tested, waiving D7 readings would have missed 4.4-26.8% of positive PT results. Patch test series with the highest number of novel D7 reactions were baseline series, metal series, and leather/shoe series. New positive reactions on D7 were associated with age over 50 years and with a negative irritant control containing sodium lauryl sulphate. Of note, application of the PT allergens for 48 h instead of 24 h was positively associated with late PT reactions. CONCLUSION Within the most frequently tested allergens, without late readings, on average 11.7% of sensitizations would have been missed. Novel late reacting allergens were identified. This study comprehensively dissects patient-, allergen- and test-dependent parameters in support for D7 readings. We propose to always consider late readings individually based on effort-benefit considerations.
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- Susann Forkel
- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology University Medical Center Göttingen Göttingen Germany
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen Göttingen Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology St. Josef Hospital University Medical Center of the Ruhr University Bochum (UK RUB) Bochum Germany
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- Department of Occupational Dermatology BG Hospital Falkenstein Falkenstein Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatological Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) BG Hospital Hamburg Hamburg Germany
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- Department of Allergology, Photodermatology and Occupational Dermatology Dermatologikum Hamburg Hamburg Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatological Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück Osnabrück Germany
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory University of Osnabrück Osnabrück Germany
- Lower Saxony Institute of Occupational Dermatology University of Osnabrück Osnabrück Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology University Medical Center Halle Martin Luther University Halle‐Wittenberg Halle (Saale) Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology University Medical Center Aachen Aachen Germany
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen Göttingen Germany
- Lower Saxony Institute of Occupational Dermatology University of Göttingen Göttingen Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology University Medical Center Göttingen Göttingen Germany
- Lower Saxony Institute of Occupational Dermatology University of Göttingen Göttingen Germany
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Brans R, Schoenmaker M, Kiewert A, Skudlik C. Occupational allergic contact dermatitis to dicylohexylamine in a metalworking fluid. Contact Dermatitis 2022; 87:205-207. [DOI: 10.1111/cod.14128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2022] [Accepted: 04/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Richard Brans
- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück Osnabrück Germany
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory University of Osnabrück Osnabrück Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück Osnabrück Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück Osnabrück Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück Osnabrück Germany
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory University of Osnabrück Osnabrück Germany
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Geier J, Schubert S, Reich K, Skudlik C, Ballmer-Weber B, Brehler R, Weisshaar E, Uter W. Contact sensitization to essential oils: IVDK-data of the years 2010 - 2019. Contact Dermatitis 2022; 87:71-80. [PMID: 35417610 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2022] [Revised: 04/05/2022] [Accepted: 04/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Essential oils (EOs) are widely used in cosmetics, perfumes, massage fluids, aroma therapy, and natural medicine. Some essential oils contain contact sensitizers. OBJECTIVES To describe the frequency of sensitization to EOs in dermatitis patients presenting in skin clinics including concomitant reactions, to evaluate the EO patch test preparations, and to identify patient groups with an increased risk of EO sensitization. PATIENTS AND METHODS Retrospective analysis of data from the Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), 2010-2019. RESULTS Twelve EOs were patch tested in an aimed manner in 10 930 patients, of whom 908 (8.3%) reacted to at least one EO. Only 6 EOs elicited more than 1% positive patch test reactions: ylang ylang (I + II) oil (3.9%), lemongrass oil (2.6%), jasmine absolute (1.8%), sandalwood oil (1.8%), clove oil (1.6%), and neroli oil (1.1%). Concomitant reactions among EOs or to EOs and fragrances were frequent. Among EO-positive patients, women, leg dermatitis patients, patients aged 40 years or more, masseurs and cosmeticians were over-represented. CONCLUSIONS Sensitization to EOs occurs, albeit infrequently in most cases. Masseurs and cosmeticians have an increased risk of sensitization to EOs. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
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- Johannes Geier
- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Translational Research in Inflammatory Skin Diseases, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück and Dermatologic Centre, Trauma Hospital Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany
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- Clinic of Dermatology and Allergology, Cantonal Hospital St. Gallen, St. Gallen, Switzerland, and Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Zuerich, Zuerich, Switzerland
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Münster, Münster, Germany
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- Unit for Occupational Dermatology, Department of Dermatology, Ruprecht-Karls University Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Medical Informatics, Biometry and Epidemiology, University of Erlangen/Nürnberg, Erlangen, Germany
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de Groot AC. Patch testing in Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS): a literature review. Contact Dermatitis 2022; 86:443-479. [PMID: 35233782 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14090] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2022] [Revised: 02/15/2022] [Accepted: 02/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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The literature on positive patch test results in drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) is reviewed. 105 drugs were identified that have together caused 536 positive patch tests in 437 patients suffering from DRESS. By far most reactions (n=145) were caused by carbamazepine, followed by amoxicillin, isoniazid, phenytoin, ethambutol, fluindione, phenobarbital, rifampicin, and ceftriaxone; 43 drugs each caused a single case only. The drug classes causing the highest number of reactions are anticonvulsants (39%), beta-lactam antibiotics (20%), antituberculosis agents (11%), non-beta-lactam antibiotics (6%) and iodinated contrast media (5%). The sensitivity of patch testing (percentage of positive reactions) is high for anticonvulsants (notably carbamazepine), beta-lactam antibiotics (notably amoxicillin) and possibly iodinated contrast media. Allopurinol and sulfasalazine frequently cause DRESS, but never give positive patch tests. Patch testing in DRESS appears to be safe, although mild recurrence of DRESS symptoms, mostly skin reactions, may not be rare. Multiple drug hypersensitivity was found to occur in 16% of all patients, but it is argued that the true frequency is (far) higher. Clinical aspects of DRESS, including diagnosing the disease and identifying culprit drugs (patch tests, intradermal tests, in vitro tests, challenge tests) are also provided, emphasizing the role of patch testing. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
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- Anton C de Groot
- dermatologist np Schipslootweg 5, 8351, HV, Wapserveen, The Netherlands
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Scherer Hofmeier K, Bircher AJ. NaOH ist nicht NaCl – ulzeröse Reaktion auf Natronlauge bei der Epikutantestung der Inhaltsstoffe einer Sonnenschutzcreme. AKTUELLE DERMATOLOGIE 2022. [DOI: 10.1055/a-1576-6758] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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ZusammenfassungBei der Epikutantestung mit patienteneigenem Material oder Einzelsubstanzen von komplexen Zubereitungen sind die Auswahl der Testsubstanzen und die Bedingungen, zu denen diese Substanzen getestet werden, von besonderer Wichtigkeit. Wir berichten über eine Patientin, bei der eine allergische Kontaktdermatitis nach Applikation einer Sonnencreme entstanden war. Im Rahmen der diagnostischen Epikutanteste wurden auch die einzelnen Inhaltstoffe der Sonnencreme, die vom Hersteller zur Verfügung gestellt worden waren, getestet. Dabei kam es zu einem folgenschweren Fehler, indem diese Inhaltsstoffe ohne ausreichende Überprüfung getestet wurden und u. a. Natronlauge appliziert wurde. Die entstandene Kolliquationsnekrose am Testort heilte erst innerhalb von ca. 2,5 Monaten spontan ab und gab Anlass für einen Haftpflichtfall. Die Aufarbeitung dieser Fehlleistung und die Konsequenzen, die in unserer Abteilung getroffen wurden, um dergleichen Probleme in Zukunft sicher vermeiden zu können, werden besprochen.
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- Allergologie, Universitätsspital Basel, Schweiz
- Facoltà di scienze biomediche, Università della Svizzera italiana, Lugano, Schweiz
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Geier J, Ballmer-Weber B, Buhl T, Rieker-Schwienbacher J, Mahler V, Dickel H, Schubert S. Is benzyl alcohol a significant contact sensitizer? J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2022; 36:866-872. [PMID: 35080274 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.17968] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2021] [Accepted: 01/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Benzyl alcohol is a widely used preservative, solvent, and fragrance material. According to published data, it is a rare sensitizer in humans. OBJECTIVES To identify characteristics and sensitization patterns of patients with positive patch test reactions to benzyl alcohol and to check the reliability of the patch test preparation benzyl alcohol 1% pet. PATIENTS AND METHODS Retrospective analysis of data from the Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), 2010-2019. RESULTS Of 70,867 patients patch tested with benzyl alcohol 1% pet., 146 (0.21%) showed a positive reaction, most of them (89%) only weak positive. The number of doubtful and irritant reactions significantly exceeded the number of positive reactions. Reproducibility of positive test reactions was low. Among benzyl alcohol-positive patients, compared to benzyl alcohol negative patients, there were significantly more patients with leg dermatitis (17.8% vs. 8.6%), more patients aged 40 years or more (81.5% vs. 70.5%), and more patients who were tested because of a suspected intolerance reaction to topical medications (34.9% vs. 16.6%). Concomitant positive reactions were mainly seen to fragrances, preservatives, and ointment bases. CONCLUSIONS Sensitization to benzyl alcohol occurs very rarely, mainly in patients with stasis dermatitis. In view of our results, benzyl alcohol cannot be regarded as a significant contact allergen, and therefore marking it as skin sensitizer 1B and labelling it with H 317 is not helpful.
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- J Geier
- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Clinic of Dermatology and Allergology, Cantonal Hospital St, Gallen, St. Gallen, Switzerland
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergy, University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Center for Dermatology, Phlebology and Allergology, Klinikum Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Erlangen, Erlangen, Germany.,current address Paul-Ehrlich-Institut, Langen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, St. Josef Hospital, Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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Patch Testing in Drug Eruptions: Practical Aspects and Literature Review of Eruptions and Culprit Drugs. Dermatitis 2022; 33:16-30. [PMID: 35029348 DOI: 10.1097/der.0000000000000839] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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ABSTRACT There is overwhelming evidence that many delayed cutaneous adverse drug reactions (beginning >6 hours after drug intake) are mediated by delayed-type (type IV) hypersensitivity, including maculopapular eruptions, erythroderma, symmetrical drug-related intertriginous and flexural exanthema/baboon syndrome, eczematous eruptions, fixed drug eruptions, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, and drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms/drug-induced hypersensitivity syndrome. Therefore, after resolution of the reaction, patch tests should be performed as first diagnostic method to identify the culprit drug(s). This article provides tools to perform drug patch tests properly and safely, discussing clinical history, indications, procedure, drug patch test materials, sensitivity, the meaning of negative patch tests, and safety of the procedure. In addition, a literature review of eruptions and culprit drugs is provided in tabular format.
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Mahler V, Uter W. Epicutaneous Patch Testing in Type IV Allergy Diagnostics: State of the Art and Best Practice Recommendations. Handb Exp Pharmacol 2022; 268:405-433. [PMID: 34312717 DOI: 10.1007/164_2021_508] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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This chapter summarises all relevant aspects of patch testing, closely following recommendations outlined in a recent European, and a German S3 guideline on diagnostic patch testing with contact allergens and medicinal products (drugs). Patch testing is indicated in patients suspected of suffering, or having been suffering, from delayed-type hypersensitivity leading to allergic contact dermatitis or other skin and mucosal diseases. Sections of this chapter include detailed indications, reasons for possibly postponing the test, considerations on choosing haptens (contact allergens) to test, various aspects of the application of patch test allergen preparations (storage, dosing) and of testing with individual materials provided by the patients. Special aspects of patch testing in cutaneous adverse drug reactions, children, or occupational contact dermatitis are outlined. Supplemental test methods, notably the repeated open application test, are briefly described. Finally, the final evaluation in terms of assessment of clinical relevance of reactions and patient counselling are outlined.
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- Vera Mahler
- Division of Allergology, Paul-Ehrlich-Institut, Langen, Germany.
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- Department of Medical Informatics, Biometry and Epidemiology, University of Erlangen/Nürnberg, Erlangen, Germany
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Thyssen JP, Schuttelaar MLA, Alfonso JH, Andersen KE, Angelova-Fischer I, Arents BWM, Bauer A, Brans R, Cannavo A, Christoffers WA, Crépy MN, Elsner P, Fartasch M, Larese Filon F, Giménez-Arnau AM, Gonçalo M, Guzmán-Perera MG, Hamann CR, Hoetzenecker W, Johansen JD, John SM, Kunkeler ACM, Ljubojevic Hadzavdic S, Molin S, Nixon R, Oosterhaven JAF, Rustemeyer T, Serra-Baldrich E, Shah M, Simon D, Skudlik C, Spiewak R, Valiukevičienė S, Voorberg AN, Weisshaar E, Agner T. Guidelines for diagnosis, prevention and treatment of hand eczema. Contact Dermatitis 2021; 86:357-378. [PMID: 34971008 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 70] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2021] [Revised: 12/22/2021] [Accepted: 12/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Jacob P Thyssen
- Dep. Dermatology, Bispebjerg Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Dep. of Dermatology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway.,Dep. of Occupational Medicine and Epidemiology, National Institute of Occupational Health, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Dermatology, Comprehensive Allergy Center, Kepler University Hospital, Linz, Austria
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- Dutch Association for People with Atopic Dermatitis, Nijkerk, the Netherlands
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- Department of Dermatology, University Allergy Center, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technical University, Dresden, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany.,Institute for interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Contact Dermatitis and Occupational Dermatoses, Hospital de Clínicas "José de San Martín", Buenos Aires University, Argentina
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- Department of Occupational and Environmental Diseases, University Hospital of Centre of Paris, Hotel-Dieu Hospital, AP-HP, Paris, France.,Department of Dermatology, University Hospital of Centre of Paris, Cochin Hospital, AP-HP, Paris, France
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Jena, Jena, Germany
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- Institute for Prevention and Occupational Medicine (IPA) of the German Social Accident Insurance, Department of Clinical and Experimental Occupational Dermatology, Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Hopsital del Mar, IMIM , Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
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- Clinic of Dermatology - University Hospital and Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra, Portugal
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- Department of Dermatology, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire
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- Department of Dermatology, Kepler University Hospital and Kepler University Linz, Linz, Austria
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, National Allergy Research Centre, Herlev-Gentofte Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany.,Institute for interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Erasmus MC University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Division of Dermatology, Queen's University, Kingston, Canada
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- Occupational Dermatology Research and Education Centre, Skin Health Institute, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Dermatology-Allergology and Occupational Dermatology, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Trust, Liverpool, UK
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- Department of Dermatology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany.,Institute for interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Department of Experimental Dermatology and Cosmetology, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Skin and Venereal Diseases, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas, Lithuania
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Division of Occupational Dermatology, Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Dep. Dermatology, Bispebjerg Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Kolodziej M, Kiewert A, Skudlik C, Brans R. Allergic contact dermatitis to phenoxyethanol: A rare, but possible cause of hand dermatitis. Contact Dermatitis 2021; 86:319-320. [PMID: 34921565 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2021] [Accepted: 12/15/2021] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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- Michaela Kolodziej
- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany.,Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany.,Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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Kamann S, Wagner N, Oppel E. Moderne Sensortechnik zur kontinuierlichen Glukosemessung: Anwendungseinschränkungen durch Kontaktallergien. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 2021; 19:1715-1722. [PMID: 34894186 DOI: 10.1111/ddg.14621_g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2021] [Accepted: 07/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Hautklinik, Universitätsklinik Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg, Erlangen
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- Klinik für Dermatologie und Allergologie, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität, München
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Kamann S, Wagner N, Oppel E. Modern diabetes devices for continuous blood sugar measuring: Limitations due to contact allergies. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 2021; 19:1715-1721. [PMID: 34751512 DOI: 10.1111/ddg.14621] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2021] [Accepted: 07/30/2021] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
Abstract
During the past years, diabetes diseases have increased significantly worldwide. However, new technologies such as continuous glucose measurement using a subcutaneous sensor are developing just as rapidly. A continuous improvement in insulin pump therapy is also contributing to an improved quality of life. A common feature of these modern devices for diabetes therapy is that they remain fixed in place on the skin for several days. In recent years, skin reactions, in particular pronounced contact dermatitis due to the devices and their adhesives have been increasingly reported. In particular, isobornyl acrylate, which used to be included in a glucose measurement sensor set, was identified as a main allergen. Development of contact allergy can result both in a necessity to quit the measuring system and in allergic cross-reactions to other systems.
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- Stefanie Kamann
- Department of Dermatology and Allergology, Feldafing, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Medical Center Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg, Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergology, Ludwig-Maximilian University, Munich, Germany
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Schubert S, Geier J, Dickel H, Buhl T, Ruëff F, Löffler H. Contact sensitization to propolis in the Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK) 2013 to 2019 and market survey of propolis commerce in Germany. Contact Dermatitis 2021; 85:722-724. [PMID: 34423862 DOI: 10.1111/cod.13960] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2021] [Revised: 08/10/2021] [Accepted: 08/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Steffen Schubert
- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, St. Josef Hospital, Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, SLK Hospital Heilbronn, Heilbronn, Germany
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Beutner C, Forkel S, Kreipe K, Geier J, Buhl T. Contact allergy to topical diclofenac with systemic tolerance. Contact Dermatitis 2021; 86:41-43. [PMID: 34423444 DOI: 10.1111/cod.13961] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2021] [Revised: 08/11/2021] [Accepted: 08/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Caroline Beutner
- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Lower Saxony Institute of Occupational Dermatology, University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany.,Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany.,Lower Saxony Institute of Occupational Dermatology, University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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Forkel S, Cevik N, Schill T, Worm M, Mahler V, Weisshaar E, Vieluf D, Pfützner W, Löffler H, Schön MP, Geier J, Buhl T. Atopic skin diathesis rather than atopic dermatitis is associated with specific contact allergies. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 2021; 19:231-240. [PMID: 33586887 DOI: 10.1111/ddg.14341] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2020] [Accepted: 06/28/2020] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND The association of atopic dermatitis (AD) and allergic contact dermatitis has been a matter of considerable uncertainty. Study results range from lack of any association to increased sensitization for multiple allergens, but fail to identify consistent allergen associations. OBJECTIVE We studied a large patch test cohort of patients stratified by their atopic skin diathesis using the Erlangen Atopy Score (EAS), independent of active skin disease. METHODS Retrospective multi-center data analysis from five departments of dermatology in Germany with 4,509 patients. Patients were grouped as "no atopic skin diathesis" (n = 2,165) and "atopic skin diathesis" (n = 1,743), according to EAS. RESULTS Significantly more individuals with atopic skin diathesis showed at least one positive patch test reaction to the baseline series compared to individuals without atopic skin diathesis (49.1 % vs. 38.3 %). In logistic regression analyses, atopic skin diathesis was associated with a significantly higher risk of sensitization to methylchloroisothiazolinone/methylisothiazolinone (OR 2.383) and methylisothiazolinone (OR 1.891), thiuram mix (OR 1.614), as well as nickel (OR 1.530), cobalt (OR 1.683), and chromium (OR 2.089). CONCLUSIONS Atopic skin diathesis proved to be the most important intrinsic risk factor for contact sensitization to few, specific allergens. Past or present AD was a less relevant variable.
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- Susann Forkel
- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Medical Centre Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Medical Centre Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Medical Centre Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, Charité University Medicine Berlin, Germany
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- Paul-Ehrlich-Institut, Langen, Germany.,Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Erlangen, Germany
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- Occupational Dermatology, Department of Dermatology, University of Heidelberg, Germany
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- BG Clinic Falkenstein, Occupational Dermatology, Falkenstein, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergology, Allergy Center Hessen, University Medical Center Marburg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Allergology and Phlebology, SLK Clinics Heilbronn, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Medical Centre Göttingen, Germany.,Lower Saxony Institute of Occupational Dermatology, University Medical Center Göttingen, Germany
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- Lower Saxony Institute of Occupational Dermatology, University Medical Center Göttingen, Germany.,Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), University Medical Center Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Medical Centre Göttingen, Germany.,Lower Saxony Institute of Occupational Dermatology, University Medical Center Göttingen, Germany
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Balato A, Scala E, Ayala F, Bauer A, Crépy MN, Gonçalo M, Duus Johansen J, John SM, Rustemeyer T, Wagner N, Wilkinson M, Giménez-Arnau A. Patch test informed consent form: position statement by European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology Task Force on Contact Dermatitis. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2021; 35:1957-1962. [PMID: 34286888 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.17483] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2021] [Accepted: 05/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND To our knowledge, an international consensus is lacking regarding the development of an adequate informed consent form for a patch test (PT) and the information that should be included in such document. OBJECTIVES The aim of the study was to reach a consensus on the specific points that need to be addressed in a PT consent form. METHODS A Delphi survey, comprising 2 rounds and 1 final discussion, was used to gather and analyse data, which was conducted over the Internet. Each statement that reached a consensus with the respondents (9 expert dermatologists from Europe) was defined as a median consensus score (MED) of ≥7 and agreement among panelists as an interquartile range (IQR) of ≤3. All study participants were members of the EADV task force on contact dermatitis. RESULTS The expert panel addressed several topics that should be included in an informed consent form for a PT: introduction, preparation for PT, testing procedure, allowed activities, adverse events and additional authorizations. CONCLUSIONS Our results assess recommendations regarding points to be contained in an informed consent form for a PR. Future actions towards standardization and harmonization of this specific consent form are needed.
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- A Balato
- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Division of Dermatology and Venereology, Department of Medicine Solna, and Center for Molecular Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Professor Emeritus of Dermatology, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, University Allergy Center, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technical University Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Department of Occupational and Environmental Diseases, Hôtel-Dieu Hospital, AP-HP, University Hospital of Centre of Paris, Paris, France.,Department of Dermatology, Cochin Hospital, AP-HP, University Hospital of Centre of Paris, Paris, France
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital and Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- National Allergy Research Centre, Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Hellerup, Denmark
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- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine, Health Theory, Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatological Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology-Allergology and Occupational Dermatology, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Dermatology, Universitätsklinikum Erlangen-Nürnberg, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Chapel Allerton Hospital, Leeds, UK
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- Department of Dermatology, Hospital del Mar, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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Schubert S, Bauer A, Hillen U, Werfel T, Geier J, Brans R. Occupational contact dermatitis in painters and varnishers: Data from the Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), 2000 to 2019. Contact Dermatitis 2021; 85:494-502. [PMID: 34260080 DOI: 10.1111/cod.13935] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2021] [Revised: 07/07/2021] [Accepted: 07/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Painters and varnishers ("painters") are exposed to various contact allergens and skin irritants, and therefore, are at risk for developing occupational dermatitis (OD). OBJECTIVE To describe the spectrum of occupational sensitizations in painters and revise the corresponding current patch test recommendations. PATIENTS AND METHODS Retrospective analysis of Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK) data from 2000 to 2019 with focus on male painters with OD, ages 20-59 years (n = 557) in comparison to age-matched male painters without OD (n = 422) and male OD patients who have had never worked as painters (n = 13 862). RESULTS Male painters with OD have a significantly higher rate of allergic contact dermatitis and face dermatitis than male patients with OD who work in other professions. Positive patch tests to epoxy resin, methylisothiazolinone (MI), and methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI)/MI were significantly more frequent in painters with OD than in the other groups. Epoxy resin sensitization was significantly associated with face dermatitis. CONCLUSIONS Epoxy resin, MI, and MCI/MI represent the most important occupational sensitizers in painters. In addition to baseline, resins and glues, and industrial biocides series, the patients' own workplace materials should be tested in painters with suspected OD.
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- Steffen Schubert
- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, University Allergy Center, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technical University Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Clinic for Dermatology und Venerology, Vivantes Klinikum Neukölln, Berlin, Germany
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- Division of Immunodermatology and Allergy Research, Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), Institute at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm), University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany.,Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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Damiani G, Gironi LC, Pacifico A, Cristaudo A, Malagoli P, Allocco F, Bragazzi NL, Linder DM, Santus P, Buja A, Savoia P, Pigatto PD. Masks use and facial dermatitis during COVID-19 outbreak: is there a difference between CE and non-CE approved masks? Multi-center, real-life data from a large Italian cohort. Ital J Dermatol Venerol 2021; 156:220-225. [PMID: 33960753 DOI: 10.23736/s2784-8671.21.06895-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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BACKGROUND During the recent COVID-19 outbreak, masks became mandatory and shortages frequent, therefore the prevalence of non-CE (European Conformity Mark) approved masks increased in the general population. We aimed to quantify the prevalence of mask-related cutaneous side effects and the differences between CE and non-CE approved masks. METHODS In this multicenter prospective observational study conducted from March 20, 2020 to May 12, 2020(during and after quarantine), patients attending emergency departments for a dermatological consult were clinically assessed and their masks were inspected to detect CE marks and UNI (Italian National Unification Entity) norms. Patients with history of facial dermatoses or under current treatment for facial dermatoses were excluded. RESULTS We enrolled 412 patients (318 during quarantine and 94 after quarantine). CE-approved masks were observed 52.8% vs. 24.5%, whilst subsets of non-CE approved masks were 9.7% vs. 14.9% (Personal protective equipment (PPE)-masks), 16.4% vs. 12.8% (surgical masks [SM]), and 21.1% vs. 47.9%(non-PPE) and (non-SM masks), respectively during and after quarantine. Remarkably, non-CE-approved masks resulted in patients displaying a statistically significant higher incidence of facial dermatoses and irritant contact dermatitis compared to CE-approved masks, and these differences were mainly driven by non-PPE non-SM masks. Comparing quarantine and after quarantine periods, no statistically significant differences were found for CE-approved masks, whilst differences were detected in non-CE-approved masks regarding incidence of facial dermatoses (P<0.0001)and irritant contact dermatitis (P=0.0041). CONCLUSIONS Masks are essential to prevent COVID-19 but at the same time higher awareness regarding mask specifications should be promoted in the general population. Non-PPE and non-SM masks should undergo more rigorous testing to prevent the occurrence of cutaneous side effects and future patients' lawsuit damages.
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- Giovanni Damiani
- Department of Clinical Dermatology, IRCCS Galeazzi Orthopedic Institute, Milan, Italy - .,Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, Milan, Italy -
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- Maggiore della Carità University Hospital, Novara, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Dermatology, IRCCS S. Gallicano Dermatological Institute, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Dermatology, IRCCS S. Gallicano Dermatological Institute, Rome, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Hospital of San Donato Milanese, San Donato Milanese, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Laboratory for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (LIAM), York University, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital, Padua, Italy
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- Respiratory Unit, Department of Biomedical And Clinical Sciences (DIBIC), University of Milan, Luigi Sacco University Hospital, ASST Fatebenefratelli-Sacco, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Cardiological, Thoracic, Vascular Sciences and Public Health, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Eastern Piedmont, Novara, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Dermatology, IRCCS Galeazzi Orthopedic Institute, Milan, Italy.,Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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Obermeyer L, John SM, Skudlik C, Brans R. Partially airborne allergic contact dermatitis to rubber additives in a car mechanic. Contact Dermatitis 2021; 85:588-589. [PMID: 34089520 DOI: 10.1111/cod.13912] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2021] [Accepted: 05/31/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Lara Obermeyer
- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany.,Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany.,Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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- Institute for Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Prevention and Rehabilitation (iDerm) at the University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany.,Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany
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Herloch V, Elsner P. Die (neue) Berufskrankheit Nr. 5101: „Schwere oder wiederholt rückfällige Hauterkrankungen“. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 2021; 19:720-742. [PMID: 33979060 DOI: 10.1111/ddg.14537_g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2021] [Accepted: 04/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Klinik für Hautkrankheiten, Universitätsklinikum Jena
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Jamiolkowski D, Steveling-Klein E, Thomas ZRM, Bircher A, Hofmeier KS, Hartmann K. Strukturierte diagnostische Abklärung eines Handekzems bei Reinigungsfachkräften. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 2021; 19:672-678. [PMID: 33979053 DOI: 10.1111/ddg.14452_g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2020] [Accepted: 09/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Dagmar Jamiolkowski
- Dermatologie, Universitätsspital Basel und Universität Basel, Basel, Schweiz.,Allergologie, Universitätsspital Basel und Universität Basel, Basel, Schweiz.,Departement Biomedizin, Universitätsspital Basel und Universität Basel, Basel, Schweiz
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- Dermatologie, Universitätsspital Basel und Universität Basel, Basel, Schweiz.,Allergologie, Universitätsspital Basel und Universität Basel, Basel, Schweiz.,Departement Biomedizin, Universitätsspital Basel und Universität Basel, Basel, Schweiz
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- Dermatologie, Universitätsspital Basel und Universität Basel, Basel, Schweiz.,Allergologie, Universitätsspital Basel und Universität Basel, Basel, Schweiz.,Departement Biomedizin, Universitätsspital Basel und Universität Basel, Basel, Schweiz
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- Dermatologie, Universitätsspital Basel und Universität Basel, Basel, Schweiz.,Allergologie, Universitätsspital Basel und Universität Basel, Basel, Schweiz
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- Dermatologie, Universitätsspital Basel und Universität Basel, Basel, Schweiz.,Allergologie, Universitätsspital Basel und Universität Basel, Basel, Schweiz.,Departement Biomedizin, Universitätsspital Basel und Universität Basel, Basel, Schweiz
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- Dermatologie, Universitätsspital Basel und Universität Basel, Basel, Schweiz.,Allergologie, Universitätsspital Basel und Universität Basel, Basel, Schweiz.,Departement Biomedizin, Universitätsspital Basel und Universität Basel, Basel, Schweiz
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Traidl S, Werfel T, Ruëff F, Simon D, Lang C, Geier J. Patch test results in patients with suspected contact allergy to shoes: Retrospective IVDK data analysis 2009-2018. Contact Dermatitis 2021; 85:297-306. [PMID: 33882155 DOI: 10.1111/cod.13868] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2021] [Revised: 04/13/2021] [Accepted: 04/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Allergic contact dermatitis caused by shoes is common and new relevant allergens have been identified. OBJECTIVES To investigate the pattern of type IV sensitization in patients with suspected allergic contact dermatitis of the feet related to shoes as a presumed culprit trigger. METHODS Retrospective analysis of data of the Information Network of Departments of Dermatology (IVDK), 2009-2018. RESULTS Six hundred twenty-five patients with presumed shoe dermatitis were identified in a cohort of 119 417 patients. Compared to patients with suspected contact sensitization from other allergen sources (n = 118 792), study group patients were more frequently sensitized to potassium dichromate (10.8% vs 3.5%), colophony (7.2% vs 3.7%), mercaptobenzothiazole (MBT; 4.0% vs 0.6%), mercapto mix (4.6% vs 0.6%), and p-tert-butylphenol formaldehyde resin (1.6% vs 0.5%). Sensitizations to urea formaldehyde resin, melamine formaldehyde resin, glutaraldehyde, tricresyl phosphate, and phenyl glycidylether were rare. Moreover, reactions to compounds in the leather or textile dyes test series were scarce. CONCLUSION A distinct sensitization pattern was observed in patients with suspected allergy to shoe materials. Although substances with low sensitization rates should be removed from the leather and shoe patch test series, novel potential allergens should be added.
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- Stephan Traidl
- Division of Immunodermatology and Allergy Research, Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany
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- Division of Immunodermatology and Allergy Research, Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergology, Ludwig-Maximilian-University of Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Information Network of Departments of Dermatology, University Medical Centre Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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Zieglmayer P. Allergologische Diagnostik 2021. AKTUELLE DERMATOLOGIE 2021. [DOI: 10.1055/a-1307-9608] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Herloch V, Elsner P. The (new) occupational disease no. 5101: "Severe or recurrent skin diseases". J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 2021; 19:720-741. [PMID: 33938626 DOI: 10.1111/ddg.14537] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2021] [Accepted: 04/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Occupational dermatoses are among the most common occupational diseases, with BK 5101 accounting for the largest proportion. Historically, the latter was also the most frequently reported group of occupational diseases within the working age population. More than 80,000 suspected cases of occupational diseases were notified in 2019, of which 19,883 related to BK 5101. In Germany, work-related hand eczema accounts for 90 % of all BK 5101 diseases, and consists mainly of contact eczema. Especially young people working in the hairdressing sector, health care, metal, food or construction industries belong to the high-risk group. Diagnosis, therapy and prevention of BK 5101 play an important role, since advanced skin diseases are usually accompanied by a poor prognosis and long periods of inability to work, which can have considerable socio-economic consequences. On January 1st , 2021, with the "Seventh Act amending the Fourth Book of the German Social Code (SGB) and other Laws", an amendment to the Occupational Diseases Law came into force, with which the obligation to cease work was abolished, thereby fulfilling a decades-long requirement for recognition of BK 5101. As of this year, only the "severe or repeated recurrences" of a skin disease remain as a criterion for the occurrence of an insured event, which will likely result in an increased number of notifications and acknowledged cases of occupational skin diseases.
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- Klinik für Hautkrankheiten, Universitätsklinikum Jena
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