Accidental death caused by the absorption of 2,4-dichlorophenol through the skin.
A case involving an accidental fatality resulting from skin absorption of 2,4-dichlorophenol in a factory is presented. The compound was quantified using gas chromatography after separation on a SP-1240 DA column and detection with flame ionization. Confirmation was obtained with mass spectrometry. Blood concentration was 24.3 mg/l. Other drugs, including ethanol, were not detected.
Kintz
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P
Tracqui
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A
Mangin
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P
D000062:Accidents, Occupational; D000328:Adult; D002733:Chlorophenols / Q000506:poisoning*; D006801:Humans; D007220:Industrial Waste; D008297:Male; D012869:Skin Absorption
D002733:Chlorophenols; D007220:Industrial Waste; C004762:2,4-dichlorophenol