Solvents and the skin

Clin Occup Environ Med. 2004 Nov;4(4):657-730, vi. doi: 10.1016/j.coem.2004.03.011.

Abstract

In this paper, we examine how skin structure affects the ability of solvents to irritate and permeate the skin; the patterns of cutaneous injury caused by solvents; the effects of specific solvents on the skin; and the potential for systemic toxicity from dermal absorption.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Dermatitis, Occupational / etiology*
  • Humans
  • Skin / drug effects
  • Skin Absorption / drug effects
  • Solvents / adverse effects*
  • Solvents / pharmacology

Substances

  • Solvents