[Epoxy resin systems and contact dermatitis]
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A Mouse Ear Model for Allergic Contact Dermatitis Evaluation
Published on: March 24, 2023
1Wojewódzki Ośrodek Medycyny Pracy, Opole. Jola123@pharmanent.com.pl
Abstract:
Contact dermatitis is the major chronic skin disease that represents a global health problem. Its prevalence has been significant increasing in the latest decades. Contact dermatitis substantially alters the social life of patients and affects their work productivity. Epoxy resin systems are a frequent cause of occupational allergic contact dermatitis. Epoxy resins have an extremely wide range of commercial applications. Epoxy resin systems include combinations of epoxy monomers, hardeners, reactive diluents, and/or a vast array of other additives. In occupational settings, sensitization occurs not only to resins, but also to hardeners and reactive diluents. In this article adverse effects of epoxy resin systems are discussed.
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