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[Contact eczema and allergens: an analysis of the preliminary results of patch tests in the Dermatology Service of the National Hospital and University Center in Cotonou].

Yedomon Hg, Fayomi Eb, Do Ango Padonou F, T Zohoun

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About a preliminary study of patch-test in 39 cases of contact dermatitis with allergens of international Contact Dermatitis Research (ICDRG), the authors noted 27 (69.2%) positive patch-tests. Men are frequently exposed to formaldehyde and dichromate potassium. Women are more exposed to fragrance-mix and formaldehyde. Hand workers have the uppermost percentage of positive patch-test (90.9%). The authors observed also 16 cases of contact polysensitivity for at least two allergens.

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Key concepts: Patch testing, Contact dermatitis, Patch test, Dermatology, Potassium dichromate, Medicine, Formaldehyde, Allergen