Abstract:
Objective: To explore the potential allergens used in our domestic shoe industry and to determine the efficiency of indigenously prepared battery of allergens in shoe dermatitis. Patients and methods: A comprehensive list of 49 chemicals used in local processing and manufacturing of footwear was acquired from local sources. Potential irritants were excluded and a finished battery of 20 allergens relevant to our industrial environment was prepared by using standard techniques. Fifty patients and same number of control subjects were enrolled in the study for patch testing using Finn chambers and polyethylene IQ chambers. Results: were read using standard protocol at 1 hour, 48 hours, 4th day, and 7th day. A pre tested, structured questionnaire was filled for each patient. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 12.0 for statistical analysis. Chi square test was applied for comparative analysis between patients and controls. Results: Out of 50 patients 33 (66%) were found to be allergic to 14 different chemicals present in indigenous test battery as opposed to 4 (8%) in control group (p
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66-73
DOI:
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Published:
Journal: Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists, Volume: 19, Issue: 2, Year: 2009