Methylated spirit burns following traditional hair dressing practice.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.burns.2016.08.033.
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Abstract
Methylated spirit burns have been reported following domestic uses such as igniting fondues. It has also been used as an accelerant for self-immolation. We report the first documented case of severe methylated spirit burns sustained during traditional hair dressing. Increased awareness on the dangers of methylated spirit as well as making it less readily available for domestic use is warranted.
Medical subject headings
- Beauty Culture
- Burns, Chemical
- Ethanol
- Hair