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Chemical burns.

K Herbert1, J C Lawrence

  • 1West Midlands Regional Burns Unit, Birmingham Accident Hospital, UK.

Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries
|December 1, 1989
PubMed
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Chemical burns are a significant cause of industrial accidents, particularly affecting working-age males. Caustic soda and hydrofluoric acid are common culprits, highlighting the need for greater awareness of hazardous substances in the workplace.

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Area of Science:

  • Burn surgery
  • Occupational health
  • Toxicology

Background:

  • Chemical burns represent a notable cause of injury, particularly in industrial settings.
  • Understanding the incidence and etiology of chemical burns is crucial for prevention and treatment.
  • Previous data on chemical burn demographics and causative agents in regional burns units is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the incidence and nature of chemical burns admitted to a large regional burns unit.
  • To identify the types of chemicals most frequently involved in industrial burn accidents.
  • To describe the demographic profile of patients sustaining chemical burns.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of patient admissions to a regional burns unit from January 1981 to December 1987.

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  • Data collection focused on patients with chemical burns, including demographics, causative agents, and injury circumstances.
  • Categorization of burns by chemical type (alkaline, acidic) and specific substances.

    • Main Results:

    • Out of 3251 admissions, 100 patients (3.1%) had chemical burns, accounting for 16.5% of industrial burn accidents.
    • Victims were predominantly working-age males.
    • Alkaline substances (37%) and acids (27%) were the primary causes, with caustic soda and hydrofluoric acid being significant contributors, respectively. The chemical was unknown in 13% of cases.

    Conclusions:

    • Chemical burns constitute a significant proportion of industrial burn injuries, necessitating targeted prevention strategies.
    • Lack of awareness regarding hazardous substances among workers is a critical concern.
    • Effective management protocols for diverse chemical burns are essential for optimal patient outcomes.