title: [Grade IIb alkali burns of the lower extremities. Working with concrete].
abstract: The irritating effects of concrete (calcium oxide) on skin have long been known. The effect by long-term skin exposure is not only irritating but also erosive and alkali skin erosion may result due to colliquative skin necrosis. A complicated course may ensue potentially necessitating plastic reconstructive treatment due to the development of unstable scars and defects. Correct interpretation of the skin trauma and adequate treatment are mandatory for functional restitution.
authors.affiliation: Klinik für Unfall-, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Gießen und Marburg GmbH, Baldingerstraße, 35043, Marburg, Deutschland, haseneck@med.uni-marburg.de.
authors.forename: J M H
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Hasenecker
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Ruchholtz
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Eming
authors.forename: T M
authors.initials: TM
authors.lastname: Frangen
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000468:Alkalies / Q000506:poisoning*; D002057:Burns, Chemical / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D003252:Construction Materials / Q000009:adverse effects*; D017449:Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007869:Leg Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D012867:Skin / Q000293:injuries*; D016896:Treatment Outcome
chemical_list: D000468:Alkalies