Occupational allergic contact dermatitis caused by N,N-didecyl-N-methyl-poly(oxyethyl) ammonium propionate in a dental assistant.
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N,N-didecyl-N-methyl-poly(oxyethyl) ammonium propionate is a quaternary ammonium compound that is used to disinfect medical devices. Occupational allergic contact dermatitis caused by quaternary ammonium compounds in healthcare workers is an increasingly important issue (1). We report a case of severe allergic contact dermatitis caused by N,N-didecyl-N-methyl-poly(oxyethyl) ammonium propionate after occupational exposure, which seems to be very uncommon.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Contact dermatitis
دوره 70 6 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2014