Antigen-presenting cells and keratinocytes express interleukin-12 in allergic contact dermatitis.

abstract：:This report discusses a case of a 69-year-old woman who developed chronic non-healing leg ulcers after long-term topical use of Plectranthus amboinicus. The ulcer was proven to be allergic contact dermatitis to P. amboinicus by a patch test. The ulcer healed after discontinuation of P. amboinicus. To the best of our k...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Chang SL,Chang YC,Yang CH,Hong HS

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The former 'EU Nickel Directive' and, since 2009, the REACH Regulation (item 27 of Annex XVII) do not include all metallic objects. The nickel content of tools is not regulated by the REACH Regulation, even if they may come into in prolonged contact with the skin. Tools might be possible sources of nickel an...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Kickinger-Lörsch A,Bruckner T,Mahler V

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prevention of NiSO4 induced allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) using ZnSO4 in drinking water was studied in a guinea pig model. Without ZnSO4 interventions, nickel (Ni)-exposure resulted in significantly higher (p less than 0.05) stimulation indices (SIs) as compared to non-exposed controls, using NiSO4 as an allergen ...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Warner RD,Dorn CR,Blakeslee JR,Gerken DF,Gordon JC,Angrick EJ

更新日期：1988-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:The aim of this cross-sectional study was to collect data on the prevalence of hand eczema and relevant risk factors in geriatric nurses in Germany. METHODS:1375 geriatric nurses from 86 nursing homes were investigated by 41 occupational physicians. RESULTS:Hand eczema was diagnosed in 243 n...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Skudlik C,Dulon M,Wendeler D,John SM,Nienhaus A

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Retesting with an allergen at a site with previous allergic contact dermatitis has been shown to enhance reactivity. It has been suggested that retesting with a cross-reactive allergen will also induce hyperreactivity. Concurrent sensitization to more than 1 thiuram is common, but whether this is due to concomitant pr...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Lerbaek A,Menné T,Knudsen B

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The proper reading of patch test (PT) reactions, based on morphological criteria, is of utmost importance. Digital images are increasingly used for medical training. OBJECTIVES:To assess the diagnostic validity of readings of 20 digital images of various PT reaction grades by congress attendants. METHODS:1...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Uter W,Becker D,Schnuch A,Gefeller O,Frosch PJ

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sesquiterpene lactones (STL) of the sunflower, occurring in fragile multicellular capitate glandular hairs, have been shown to display a remarkable sensitizing capacity when investigated by experimental sensitization in guinea pigs. The strongest response was induced by the hemiketal form of 1-O-methyl-4,5-dihydronive...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Hausen BM,Spring O

更新日期：1989-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Serum from guinea pigs exposed to a single high dose of UVB and from controls was injected into the spleen of normal animals 5 days prior to sensitization. When 1.0 ml was transferred 4.5 h after irradiation, immunosuppression was obtained. Transfer of 1.5 ml of serum 2.5 h after irradiation failed to induce immunosup...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Christensen OB,Christensen MB,Wall LM

更新日期：1987-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The epidermal response to 2 different irritants, nonanoic acid (NAA) and sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), was investigated with 2 different methods. NAA 80% and SLS 4% were applied under occlusion for up to 24 h. Elemental changes were determined in cryosections by x-ray microanalysis. Compared to unexposed skin a signifi...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Grängsjö A,Leijon-Kuligowski A,Törmä H,Roomans GM,Lindberg M

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Allergens used for patch testing in the hairdressing series vary between dermatology centres in the UK. The aim of our study is to ascertain the hairdressing allergens currently in use and their test results in several dermatology centres in the UK. Data were obtained from databases in 9 dermatology departments. The a...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Katugampola RP,Statham BN,English JS,Wilkinson MM,Foulds IS,Green CM,Ormerod AD,Stone NM,Horne HL,Chowdhury MM

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Based on the information of the interdisciplinary task force on allergy diagnostics in the metal branch, in 2001, the German Contact Dermatitis Research Group (DKG) compiled two metalworking fluid (MWF) test series with currently and previously used components, respectively. After 2 years of patch testing, we present ...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Geier J,Lessmann H,Dickel H,Frosch PJ,Koch P,Becker D,Jappe U,Aberer W,Schnuch A,Uter W

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Predictive guinea pig sensitization studies have been performed with commercial and purified 1H-benzotriazole. In only 3 animals, induced and challenged according to the maximization protocol with more than 100 times the normal use concentration, were slight erythemas elicited with the commercial grade of benzotriazol...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Maurer T,Meier F

更新日期：1984-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chromium-tanned leather articles currently constitute the most important cause of contact allergy to chromium in Denmark. A regulation on the content of hexavalent chromium in leather was adopted in November 2013 by the EU member states. OBJECTIVES:To characterize patients with chromium allergy and their di...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Bregnbak D,Thyssen JP,Zachariae C,Johansen JD

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Liquid fuels derived by direct coal liquefaction may be similar in boiling range and chemical composition to coal tar products. In the past, phototoxicity, an occupational skin disorder, has been associated with coal distillation. Consequently, the phototoxic properties of 5 materials representing the full boiling ran...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： McKee RH,Maibach HI

更新日期：1985-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cosensitization to nickel, cobalt and chromium occurs in the general population and in some occupational groups. OBJECTIVES:To estimate the isolated and concurrent occurrence of nickel, cobalt and chromium contact sensitization and their association with individual and occupational risk factors. PATIENTS/M...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Rui F,Bovenzi M,Prodi A,Fortina AB,Romano I,Corradin MT,Filon FL

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The irritation potential of surfactants and body cleansing products was determined by evaluating the removal of dansyl chloride from the skin. Dilute solutions (2% active ingredient, w/v) of surfactants and soap extract fluorescence from the skin within 30 min. This is probably a physicochemical effect as it is too ra...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Paye M,Simion FA,Pierard GE

更新日期：1994-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Investigations on light reactions in a patient with vitiligo are presented. The minimal erythema dose (MED) in the UVB area was approximately 1/3 of that in persons of skin type II. The application of furocoumarins (psoralens) increased light tolerance by 1 MED at 300-310 nm. Action spectrum studies with furocoumarins...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Kavli G,Midelfart K,Raa J,Volden G

更新日期：1983-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Contact allergy prevalence rates change over time as a result of variations in allergen exposure. Data from patch test clinics are often used as markers for allergy trends. OBJECTIVES:The aim of the present retrospective study was to describe trends in rates of sensitization to allergens in the Swedish base...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Fall S,Bruze M,Isaksson M,Lidén C,Matura M,Stenberg B,Lindberg M

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Thiurams and dithiocarbamates are structurally related sensitizing rubber accelerators. OBJECTIVES:To study patterns of simultaneous patch test reactions to thiurams and dithiocarbamates at the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health in 1991-2015. METHODS:We searched the patch test files for patients with...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Aalto-Korte K,Pesonen M

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Natural and synthetic rubbers containing rubber accelerators are well-known causes of allergic contact dermatitis (ACD). Latex contact urticaria (CU) has been widely reported, especially when powdered latex glove use was commonplace. Consequently, interventions to reduce latex exposure by altering glove manu...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Warburton KL,Urwin R,Carder M,Turner S,Agius R,Wilkinson SM

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surgical rubber gloves contain allergens derived from natural rubber latex which may sensitize, causing contact urticaria and even systemic reactions. We examined 15 hospital employees allergic to latex surgical gloves, using various skin tests and RAST, to determine the most reliable diagnostic method and to investig...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Turjanmaa K,Reunala T,Räsänen L

更新日期：1988-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:From February 1989 to January 1990, the Swiss Contact Dermatitis Research Group conducted a 1-year study to examine the frequency of sensitization to a series of 13 common preservatives. A group of 2295 consecutive outpatients with suspected allergic contact dermatitis (age range 7-90 years, with a mean age of 42; 911...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Perrenoud D,Bircher A,Hunziker T,Suter H,Bruckner-Tuderman L,Stäger J,Thürlimann W,Schmid P,Suard A,Hunziker N

更新日期：1994-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dendropanax trifidus Makino (family Araliaceae, syn. Gilibertia trifida Makino) has been reported as causing allergic contact dermatitis in Japan. To identify the major allergen, fractionated extracts of fresh leaves of Dendropanax trifidus were patch tested on 2 patients with hypersensitivity to the plant. Cis-9,17-o...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Oka K,Saito F,Yasuhara T,Sugimoto A

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this study, 333 nurses, 92 dentists and 167 doctors were investigated. Most positive patch tests obtained were unrelated to occupation. Nurses were most often sensitized to penicillins and, of the disinfectants, formaldehyde was the commonest cause of occupational dermatitis. Among dentists, the most common occupat...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Rudzki E,Rebandel P,Grzywa Z

更新日期：1989-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The patch test is considered to be the gold standard for diagnosing nickel (Ni) allergy. The lymphocyte transformation test (LTT) can also be used to detect Ni sensitization. However, little is known about the correlation between patch test and LTT reactions to Ni. OBJECTIVE:To establish and validate an LTT...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Ständer S,Oppel E,Thomas P,Summer B

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In order to explain the complaints of dry skin after work among employees in the fish processing industry, we followed the skin blood flow (SBF), skin surface temperature, transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and electrical capacitance on the volar aspect of the 3rd finger in 10 fillet workers, where measurements were per...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Halkier-Sørensen L,Thestrup-Pedersen K

更新日期：1991-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The development of hand eczema was evaluated in an 8-year follow-up study carried out in 51 junior hairdressers. Predisposing factors were investigated. Data were collected by use of a self-administered questionnaire: 74% response. None of the junior hairdressers presented with hand eczema at the start of the survey. ...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Majoie IM,von Blomberg BM,Bruynzeel DP

更新日期：1996-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Contact allergy to dental allergens is a well-studied subject, more so among dental professionals than dental patients. 1632 subjects had been patch tested to either the dental patient series or dental personnel series at the department of Occupational and Environmental Dermatology, Malmö, Sweden. Positive patch tests...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Goon AT,Isaksson M,Zimerson E,Goh CL,Bruze M

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The prevalence of body piercing and orthodontic treatment has increased during recent decades. Such changes in lifestyle may influence the occurrence of nickel allergy. OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to describe the prevalence of nickel allergy in a Swedish youth population. METHODS:In a cross-sectio...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Fors R,Persson M,Bergström E,Stenlund H,Stymne B,Stenberg B

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The use of permanent hair dyes exposes hairdressers to contact allergens such as p-phenylenediamine (PPD), and the preventive measures are insufficient. OBJECTIVES:To perform an in vivo test to study the protective effect of gloves commonly used by hairdressers. PATIENTS/MATERIALS/METHODS:Six gloves from S...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Antelmi A,Young E,Svedman C,Zimerson E,Engfeldt M,Foti C,Bruze M

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00