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A multicentre study of contact sensitization in children
Author(s) -
Ayla F.,
Balato N.,
Lembo G.,
Patruno C.,
Tosti. A.,
Schena D.,
Pigatto P.,
Angelini G.,
Lisi P.,
Rafanelli A.
Publication year - 1992
Publication title -
contact dermatitis
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.524
H-Index - 96
eISSN - 1600-0536
pISSN - 0105-1873
DOI - 10.1111/j.1600-0536.1992.tb00124.x
Subject(s) - patch testing , sensitization , medicine , dermatology , contact dermatitis , itching , patch test , allergic contact dermatitis , allergen , allergy , immunology
The results of 7 months of patch testing with a standard series of 26 allergens, in 323 children with eczerematous conditions or itching palmoplantar psoriasis under the age Of 14 years are reported. 114 (35.3%) of the children had 1 or more positive reactions to this standard series. 28 children (8,7%) were poly sensitive. On the basis of personal history, additional series of allergens and/or specific allergens were also tested, 61.7% (90/146) of positive reactions were considered relevant to the current dermatitis. Metals, medicaments, preservatives or fragrances, and shoe components were the major sources of contact sensitization. It is suggested that patch testing he done more frequently in evaluating dermatitis in children.