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CISDOC database
| Document ID (ISN) | 78361 |
| CIS number |
02-798 |
| ISSN - Serial title |
0105-1873 - Contact Dermatitis |
| Year |
2001 |
| Convention or series no. |
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| Author(s) |
Spoo J., Elsner P. |
| Title |
Cement burns: A review 1960-2000 |
| Bibliographic information |
Aug. 2001, Vol.45, No.2, p.68-71. Illus. 29 ref. |
| Abstract |
The literature on cement burns of the skin published during the last 4 decades is reviewed. 51 case reports were analysed with special regard to common modes of injury, localization of cement exposure, preventive measures taken and treatment. Cement burns are occupational injuries, but they also involve consumers during do-it-yourself work. In 49% of the cases, no attempt to protect the skin had been made. The majority of injuries were located on the lower legs and knees. Full-thickness burns were reported in 66% of cases. Surgery had to be performed in 34% of the cases. Cement burns can be avoided by adequate skin protection (boots, work trousers, gloves). Although acute cement injuries may seem rare, prospective studies should be carried out for correct estimation of prevalence. The need for information on the harmful properties of cement in the occupational as well as domestic environment is emphasized. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
chemical burns; cement |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
literature survey; case study; location of injury; ulceration of the skin; necrosis; Germany |
| Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
| Country / State or Province | Germany |
| Subject(s) |
Occupational pathology
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| Broad subject area(s) |
Chemical safety
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| Browse category(ies) |
Cement and concrete
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