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Occupational Medicine 1989;39:69-71
© 1989 Society of Occupational Medicine

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Occupational Hazard in Hospital Staff Exposed to 2 per cent Glutaraldehyde in an Endoscopy Unit

S. J. JACHUCK, C. L. BOUND, J. STEEL and P. G. BLAIN

Occupational Health Department, Newcastle General Hospital UK
Occupational Health & Hygiene Department, University of Newcastle Upon Tyne UK

The occupational hazards associated with exposure to 2 per cent glutaraldehyde have been assessed in medical and nursing staff working in an endoscopy unit. Eight of the nine staff were affected and the clinical manifestations included watering of eyes, rhinitis, dermatitis, respiratory difficulties, nausea and headache. The atmospheric concentrations of glutaraldehyde were assessed and the effect on clinical manifestations is discussed.

Glutaraldehyde is an irritant and sensitiser. Guidelines for those exposed to the compound are discussed to prevent, monitor and manage any health hazard.

Requests for reprints should be addressed to: S. J. Jachuck MRCP, MRCGP Physician in Charge, Occupational Health Department, Newcastle General Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 6BE, UK


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