Many hazardous chemicals are commonly used in drycleaning shops to remove garment stains. Workers performing stain removal may be exposed to these toxic chemicals through skin absorption, eye contact, or inhalation of vapors. The primary hazard is dermatitis from chronic or acute exposure. Dilute hydrofluoric acid, found in some products that remove rust stains, may cause severe chemical burns ...

Highlights: There is no correlation between the increase of SGOT and sepsis. Correlation SGPT sepsis was significant founded. Abstract: Burns trigger hypermetabolic stress reactions that cause inflammatory responses. When there a sustained or increased reaction, response can be life-threatening, such as sepsis, significantly impact hepatic metabolic function. After burns, varying degrees liver ...

An account is presented of the current rules to be followed in the approach to burn patient treatment, in the light of the experience gained by the Italian Army Medical Corps in the numerous humanitarian missions performed outside Italy's national borders.

BACKGROUND Pediatric burns have a long-term social impact. This is more apparent in a developing country such as India, where their incidence and morbidity are high. The aim of this study was to provide recent prospective epidemiological data on pediatric burns in India and to suggest future preventive strategies. METHODS Children up to 18 years old admitted to the Department of Burns, Plasti...

BACKGROUND Chemical burns occur frequently in western Zhejiang Province. This study documents the epidemiology of chemical burns in the region using burn data from a local specialized hospital. Results from this analysis will assist in the planning of prevention strategies for high-risk occupations and groups. METHODS A 10-year retrospective analysis was conducted for all patients with chemic...