Management of sulfur mustard-induced chronic pruritus: a review of clinical trials

Cutan Ocul Toxicol. 2012 Sep;31(3):220-5. doi: 10.3109/15569527.2011.631655. Epub 2011 Nov 15.

Abstract

Skin is among the most heavily damaged organs upon sulfur mustard (SM) exposure. Chronic complications due to SM-induced dermatotoxicity are quite frequent among intoxicated patients. Nevertheless, the exact pathophysiology of SM-induced chronic cutaneous complications has not been well clarified yet. The present review highlights clinically important findings on the management of SM-induced chronic skin complications with a particular focus on pruritus as the most prevalent symptom that has a significant impact on patients' quality of life. Some methodological pitfalls that implicate the validity of the trials have also been identified.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Chronic Disease
  • Clinical Trials as Topic*
  • Humans
  • Mustard Gas / toxicity*
  • Pruritus / chemically induced*

Substances

  • Mustard Gas