Publications by authors named "Charlotte Vanhoutte"
Background: Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate (IPBC) is a broad-spectrum preservative for use in several product types, including cosmetics, in which its concentrations have been limited by EU legislation because of concerns related to its iodine content and release, and the risk of subsequent iodine overdose.
Objectives: To report on concomitant patch test reactions observed with iodine and IPBC in patients sensitized to iodine-containing antiseptics.
Patients: Between 2012 and 2018, seven patients, six from Belgium and one from France, two suffering from acute dermatitis during surgical interventions, four from dermatitis caused by wound treatment, and one from occupational dermatitis, were shown to be sensitized to iodine and/or povidone-iodine (PVP-I), which was considered to be relevant for their dermatitis.