A control volume-based finite element method for plane micropolar elasticity [PDF]
This paper describes the development of a numerical procedure for predicting deformations and stresses in a loaded two-dimensional membrane exhibiting micropolar or Cosserat constitutive behaviour. The procedure employs a conventional finite element (FE)
Wheel, M.A.
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Patch Testing in Non-Immediate Drug Eruptions
The present review addresses the literature regarding the sensitivity and specificity of the various diagnostic methods for evaluating non-immediate (ie, occurring more than 1 hour after drug administration) hypersensitivity reactions associated with β ...
Romano Antonino+4 more
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The use of skin prick tests and patch tests to identify causative foods in eosinophilic esophagitis.
BACKGROUND Eosinophilic esophagitis is a disease entity in which patients have (1) elevated eosinophils on esophageal biopsy and (2) symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux.
J. Spergel+3 more
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Patch testing in fixed drug eruptions: a 20-year review. [PDF]
BACKGROUND: The fixed drug eruption is a common adverse drug reaction. Clear identification of the culprit drug is not always possible in the clinical setting, and oral rechallenge may induce new lesions or severe reactions.
Andrade, P+2 more
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Assessment of patch test results carried out during ten years in a city in southern Brazil [PDF]
: Background: Contact dermatitis affects up to 20% of the population. Patch testing for contact allergy may be needed to confirm the diagnosis. Objectives: To describe and discuss the results of patch tests performed in a city in southern Brazil ...
Mariane Corrêa-Fissmer+3 more
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Epicutaneous patch testing in drug hypersensitivity syndrome (DRESS) [PDF]
BACKGROUND: In some patterns of cutaneous adverse drug reactions, and depending on the culprit drug, patch testing has been helpful in confirming its cause.
Coelho, S+4 more
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Patch test of dental materials in Oral Lichen Planus with considering the role of saliva
Lichen planus is the most common skin disease that affects the oral mucosa. Oral Lichen Planus is a T-cell-mediated autoimmune disorder. In the current study, for the first time, an oral cavity condition in skin patch tests with adding saliva is ...
Farzaneh Agha-Hosseini+2 more
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Patch tests with house dust mite antigens in atopic dermatitis patients: methodological problems.
Patch tests with house dust mite allergens were performed in 21 atopic dermatitis patients with a positive prick test and RAST for house dust mite. Variables in methodology of patch testing, i.e. allergen concentration, application time, and intensity of
P. Vader+4 more
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A numerical model of twin disc test arrangement for the evaluation of railway wheel wear prediction methods [PDF]
Twin disc tests are commonly used to study wear in railway materials. In this work the implementation of a numerical model of the twin disc arrangement is given, which reproduces the distribution of tangential forces over the contact patch between the ...
Ariaudo, C.+5 more
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Contact Dermatitis Due to Hair Care Products: A Comprehensive Review
Hair cosmetics are in fashion. Numerous products are commonly used in combination. Frequent allergens are present in hair cosmetics, which, with almost daily use, increase the risk of sensitization.
Marta Cebolla-Verdugo+2 more
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