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Dermatological diseases in seamen's lower extremity: a prevalence study
Vanesa Rego-Pena1, Maria Ángeles Bouza-Prego1, Fernando Gómez-Muniz2
1University of A Coruña, A Coruña, Spain.
International Maritime Health
|April 8, 2021
Summary
Seafarers experience a high prevalence of foot and lower limb dermatological conditions, including fungal infections and calluses. Regular podiatric assessments are crucial for early detection and management of these occupational health issues.
Area of Science:
- Occupational dermatology
- Podiatric medicine
- Maritime health
Background:
- Limited understanding of occupational seafaring's impact on lower limb conditions.
- Dermatological diseases affecting seafarers' feet and lower extremities are understudied.
- Investigating the influence of working conditions on these pathologies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To estimate the prevalence of foot and lower extremity dermatological diseases in seafarers.
- To explore the association between occupational factors and the development of these conditions.
Main Methods:
- Prevalence study utilizing self-completed questionnaires.
- Data collected from seafarers at Instituto Social de la Marina (ISM) centers in Spain.
- Analysis included sociodemographic, anthropometric, podiatric variables, and working conditions.
Main Results:
- High prevalence of mycosis (21.9%), helomas/tylomas (29.9%), and hyperhidrosis (17.5%).
- Significant relationships found between pruritus, xerosis, eczema, obesity, and psoriasis.
- Onychocryptosis showed a significant association with psoriasis; podiatrist visits correlated with helomas/tylomas and hyperhidrosis.
Conclusions:
- Seafarers exhibit a high prevalence of various dermatological conditions.
- Podiatric assessment before boarding is essential for maritime workers.
- Early detection and management can mitigate occupational foot health issues.
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