Objective The patch test (PT) with its modification - the strip patch test (SPT) - is the standard in vivo procedure to diagnose an allergic contact dermatitis (ACD).
Dickel H+4 more
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Trichloroethylene Hypersensitivity Syndrome Is Potentially Mediated through Its Metabolite Chloral Hydrate. [PDF]
We documented previously the entity of trichloroethylene (TCE) hypersensitivity syndrome (THS) in occupational workers.To identify the culprit causative compound, determine the type of hypersensitivity of THS, and establish a screening test for subjects ...
Yongshun Huang+7 more
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Addressing Integration Error for Polygonal Finite Elements Through Polynomial Projections: A Patch Test Connection [PDF]
Polygonal finite elements generally do not pass the patch test as a result of quadrature error in the evaluation of weak form integrals. In this work, we examine the consequences of lack of polynomial consistency and show that it can lead to a ...
Paulino, Glaucio H., Talischi, Cameron
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On Impedance Bandwidth of Resonant Patch Antennas Implemented Using Structures with Engineered Dispersion [PDF]
We consider resonant patch antennas, implemented using loaded transmission-line networks and other exotic structures having engineered dispersion.
Pekka Alitalo+4 more
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Environmental exogenous factors and facial dermatitis: A case control study
Background/objective: Facial dermatitis is common and the roles different exogenous factors play between facial and nonfacial dermatitis is unknown. The study aim was to investigate the etiology and self-reported exogenous aggravation factors in facial ...
Wen-Hui Wang+3 more
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Patch Testing with Propolis of Different Geographical Origins in a Baseline Series
The chemical composition of propolis varies with geographical origin; however, it is not known whether this affects the frequency of contact allergy to propolis.
Gunnar S. A. Nyman+5 more
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Fixed Food Eruption Caused by Cashew Nut
Background: The diagnosis of fixed ‘drug’ eruption is not difficult for dermatologists, but it is difficult to identify the causative agent when the patient denies ingestion of any drugs. There have been some reported cases of fixed ‘food’ eruption. Case
Satoshi Fukushima+2 more
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Pollen grains induce a rapid and biphasic eczematous immune response in atopic eczema patients [PDF]
Introduction: Eczematous reactions to type I allergy-inducing antigens are documented in a subgroup of patients with atopic eczema. Yet, the underlying immunological mechanisms are not well understood.
Behrendt, Heidrun+7 more
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Allergic Contact Dermatitis due to Henna Tattoo with Secondary Infection
Background: Recently henna tattoo become popular. Incidence of allergic contact dermatitis due to henna tattoo is increasing. Para-phenylenediamine (PPD) is suspected as a contact sensitizer because it is often added to henna tattoo to make a darker ...
Fransiska Rismauli Natallya+1 more
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Importance of determining and establishing latex allergy in orthodontic patients
Introduction: The current study was commended with the aim of assessing the incidence of latex allergy in orthodontic patients. Materials and Methods: Silver-coloured orthodontic elastomeric ligatures (modular) from six different manufacturers were ...
Dilshad Umar+3 more
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