| Aluminium-containing transdermal patches: a risk of burns. | |
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PMID: 18092416 Owner: HSR Status: MEDLINE |
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(1) The waterproof outer layer protecting some transdermal patches is composed of aluminium. This creates a risk of burns, especially when the patient is exposed to electric shocks or intense magnetic fields. (2) External electrical shocks delivered by a defibrillator for example can create electrical arcing between the electrode and the aluminium layer of the patch, potentially causing burns. (3) During Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) the aluminium present in these patches, which is not ferromagnetic, creates electrical resistance (by induction), and can sometimes cause second-degree burns. (4) Patients undergoing MRI or defibrillation should first be examined for patches containing aluminium. Such patches can generally be identified by examining the backing, which is shiny and reflects light if aluminium is present. (5) If in doubt it is best to temporarily remove all transdermal patches before MRI or external defibrillation. (6) Packaging of transdermal patches that contain conductive materials should include more explicit warnings. |
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Type: Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Prescrire international Volume: 16 ISSN: 1167-7422 ISO Abbreviation: Prescrire Int Publication Date: 2007 Dec |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2007-12-19 Completed Date: 2007-12-28 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 9439295 Medline TA: Prescrire Int Country: France |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 246 Citation Subset: T |
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Administration, Cutaneous Aluminum* / adverse effects Burns* / etiology, prevention & control Drug Delivery Systems / adverse effects Humans |
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Reg. No./Substance:
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7429-90-5/Aluminum |
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