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Sociodemographic and clinical profile of patients with occupational contact dermatitis seen at a work-related dermatology service, 2000 - 2014

An. bras. dermatol; 94 (2), 2019
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Occupational dermatoses are common, especially contact dermatitis. Epidemiological studies on these dermatoses are scarce in Brazil and they are necessary as part of the public policy to protect workers' health. OBJECTIVES: To identify sociodemographic and clinical profile of pati...

Profile of skin diseases in a community of fishermen in the northern coast of the state of São Paulo: the expected and the unusual

An. bras. dermatol; 94 (1), 2019
Abstract: Background: The fishing colony of the Picinguaba neighborhood is located at the northern end of the coast of the state of São Paulo. It has about 300 residents, of which approximately 100 are professional fishermen. Objectives: This study aimed to identify the main dermatoses of the communit...

Occupational dermatoses reported in Brazil from 2007 to 2014

An. bras. dermatol; 93 (1), 2018
Abstract: Background: Occupational diseases are very prevalent in the world, especially in developing countries. Occupational dermatoses are responsible for most of these cases. However, epidemiological studies are rare in Brazil. Objectives: To verify the panorama of occupational skin diseases in Braz...

Nickel, chromium and cobalt: the relevant allergens in allergic contact dermatitis. Comparative study between two periods: 1995-2002 and 2003-2015

An. bras. dermatol; 93 (1), 2018
Abstract: Background: Metals are common agents of allergic contact dermatitis, occupational or not, with decreasing incidence over the last years in some countries that have regulated the amount of nickel in objects. Objectives: To analyze and compare with previous studies the profile of metal sensitiz...

Epidemiological analysis of occupational dermatitis notified in Brazil in the period 2007 to 2012

An. bras. dermatol; 91 (6), 2016
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Occupational dermatitis affects the quality of life and productivity of workers. Studies on the subject are scarce in Brazil. It is estimated that the disease is underreported and that many affected patients do not seek health care. OBJECTIVES: To conduct an epidemiological analys...

Chemical leukoderma induced by dimethyl sulfate

An. bras. dermatol; 91 (5,supl.1), 2016
Abstract Chemical leukoderma occurs due to the toxic effect of a variety of chemical agents. Mechanisms include either destruction or inhibition of melanocytes. We report two male patients (36 and 51 years old) who presented with multiple hypopigmented macules and patches on the neck, wrist, and legs aft...

Dermatosis ocupacionales
Occupational dermatoses

Rev. chil. dermatol; 14 (4), 1998
Las dermatosis ocupacionales constituyen un amplio grupo de enfermedades que se presentan con frecuencia en la práctica dermatológica. Este artículo expone las patologías relacionadas con los diferentes ámbitos de la actividad laboral, sus aspectos clínicos más relevantes y los mecanismos etiopato...