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Occupational skin diseases in shipyard workers.

L Peltonen, G Wickström, R Selonen

    Dermatosen in Beruf Und Umwelt. Occupation and Environment
    |January 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    Skin disorders are prevalent in shipyard workers, with 16% reporting lesions. Occupational eczema affected 11% of cleaners and 10% of carpenters, with most cases being irritant contact dermatitis.

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    Area of Science:

    • Occupational health
    • Dermatology
    • Epidemiology

    Background:

    • Shipyard workers face potential occupational hazards.
    • Skin disorders are common health concerns in industrial settings.
    • Understanding the prevalence of skin conditions is crucial for worker health.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To determine the prevalence of skin disorders among shipyard employees.
    • To identify specific skin conditions and their relation to occupation.
    • To analyze the types and locations of occupational eczema.

    Main Methods:

    • An epidemiological cross-sectional study was conducted.
    • 2057 employees completed a questionnaire on skin lesions.
    • A subset of 355 workers underwent clinical examination by a nurse and dermatologist.

    Main Results:

    • 16% of all surveyed employees reported current skin lesions.
    • Occupational eczema was diagnosed in 11% of cleaners and 10% of carpenters.
    • The majority of occupational eczema cases (15/20) were irritant, affecting arms, legs, and hands.

    Conclusions:

    • Skin disorders, particularly occupational eczema, are a significant issue for shipyard workers.
    • Irritant contact dermatitis is the predominant form of occupational eczema in this cohort.
    • Targeted preventive measures are needed for high-risk trades like cleaners and carpenters.

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