Abstract

PEREZ DE VILLAR GRANDE, José Antonio. Blepharitis caused by formaldehyde (occupational disease). Rev Asoc Esp Espec Med Trab [online]. 2015, vol.24, n.4, pp.169-173. ISSN 3020-1160.

Pathology worker resident physician three years with repetitive blepharitis box which may be caused by the use of formaldehyde can cause eye irritation and other symptoms is classified in the list of occupational diseases Group 1: Occupational diseases caused by chemical agents. Among the most important preventive measures proposed: The replacement of formaldehyde by other substances with fewer side effects, increase workplace ventilation, measuring the levels of formaldehyde, use of appropriate PPE.

Keywords : blepharitis; ocupational disease; formaldehyde.

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