[Burns related to the use of cement. Apropos of 4 cases].
Four patients suffering from cement burns are reported. Lesions consist of sharp-edged necrotic ulcerations, leaving hypertrophic scars after a normal course of six weeks to two months. Patch-tests are constantly negative in all patients. Quick-setting cement, and in particular ready mixed cement, is usually responsible for such lesions. Additional factors include prolonged contact with cement, pressure and/or occlusion. Cement burns are therefore considered to be alkaline burns. An increased use of premixed cement by non-occupational users play an important role in the actual frequency of such lesions. Mandatory preventive measures are needed; correct use of cement, adequate protective garments, cleaning and drying of the skin after work, etc.
D000328:Adult; D002057:Burns, Chemical / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D002424:Caustics / Q000009:adverse effects*; D003252:Construction Materials / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005385:Fingers; D006801:Humans; D007871:Leg Ulcer / Q000139:chemically induced; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis; D012883:Skin Ulcer / Q000139:chemically induced
D002424:Caustics
Brûlures liées à l'emploi du ciment. A propos de quatre observations.