[Patch testing methods in different climatic conditions]

J-M Lachapelle

doi:10.1016/j.annder.2009.06.002

[Patch testing methods in different climatic conditions]

Ann Dermatol Venereol. 2009 Aug-Sep;136(8-9):621-2. doi: 10.1016/j.annder.2009.06.002. Epub 2009 Jul 18.

[Article in French]

Author

J-M Lachapelle¹

Affiliation

¹ Service de dermatologie, université catholique de Louvain, 30, Clos Chapelle-aux-Champs, UCL3033, 1200 Bruxelles, Belgique. Jean-marie.Lachapelle@uclouvain.be

PMID: 19686899
DOI: 10.1016/j.annder.2009.06.002

Abstract

Patch testing in cold and dry climatic conditions presents no practical problems. However, in tropical and subtropical countries, patch testing methods must be adapted in order to avoid irritation.

Publication types

English Abstract

MeSH terms

Climate*
Humans
Patch Tests / methods*