Journal of Clinical Toxicology
Open Access
ISSN: 2161-0495
ISSN: 2161-0495
Ravat F
France
Research Article
Use of an Amphoteric Solution in Eye, Skin and Oral Chemical Exposures:
Retrospective Multicenter Clinical Case Series
Author(s): Fortin JL, Fontaine M, Bodson L, Depil-Duvala A, Bitar MP, Macher JM, Paulin P, Ravat F and Hall AHFortin JL, Fontaine M, Bodson L, Depil-Duvala A, Bitar MP, Macher JM, Paulin P, Ravat F and Hall AH
Introduction: A polyvalent amphoteric flushing solution (Diphoterine®) has been in use for a number of years, mainly in industrial settings for decontamination of acid, base, and other corrosive or irritant substances eye and skin splashes. Methods: Retrospective collection of 34 cases from several centers reporting use of Diphoterine® decontamination of eye, skin or oral chemical exposures. The following data were retrieved: exposure circumstances (workplace, domestic, deliberate assault), chemical nature and pH, exposure type, initial clinical signs, clinical signs after flushing, initial and final visual analog scale (VAS) pain ratings, consulting specialist physicians’ conclusions. Results: 58.8% of the 34 cases were occupational exposures, 29.4% were domestic, 5.9% occurred in schools, and 5.9% were deliberate chemical assaults. Of involved chemicals, 11 were basic .. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2161-0495.1000343